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Halloween 2019 Vol. 23 No. 02

6 Voodoo Fest Preview 11 Beck Preview 12 Halloween Balls and Galas

Publisher/Editor-in-Chief: Josh Danzig Creative Director: Tony Lawton Assistant Editor: Donald Rickert Movie Editors: David Vicari & Fritz Esker Copy Editor: Michelle Nicholson

14 The Axeman Cometh 16 Halloween in New Orleans 18 Haunted Tours

Contributing Writers: Emily Hingle, Kathy Bradshaw, Phil LaMancusa, Debbie Lindsey, Kim Ranjbar, Landon Murray, Leigh Wright, Emil Flemmon, Greg Roques, Steven Melendez, Andrew Alexander, Kimmie Tubre, Jeff Boudreaux, Eliana Blum, Alison Cohen, Camille Barnett, Celeste Turner, Donald Rickert

20 Zach and Addie 22 The Rougarou 24 Coach Profile 36 Fall Festivals 46 Pelicans Preview

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50 Film Fest Preview

Cover Photo by Tony Trujillo Photographers & Designers: Gus Escanelle, Romney Caruso, Kathy Bradshaw, Greg Roques, Emily Hingle, Farrah Ross, Ava Drennan

Events & Nightlife 28 Music Calendar 34 Lakeside 2 Riverside

Interns: Ava Drennan, Liv Arriviello, Essence Warren, Hayden Parsons, Graham Andreae, Caroline Glattly, Christian Willbern

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Welcome to the jungle! October means candy, costume parties, and the return of the fall’s largest music festival. Voodoo Fest features a killer lineup with heavy metal rockers Guns ‘N Roses, music mashup maestro Beck, and Post Malone, whose album is #1 on the Billboard 200. Enjoy our preview of all the excitement. The history of this city is filled with stories of the occult. Emily Hingle takes a walk on the dark side with profiles of the Axeman and the legendary Rougarou that haunts our swamplands. If you were in New Orleans post-Katrina in 2006, you may remember the bizarre tale of Zach and Addie. Emily revisits this madness in a frightening account. New Orleans is the most haunted city in the world, and we present plenty of places to visit. A haunted tour is a super way to explore these spots. Donald Rickert shares some of the city’s most haunted locales that are perfect for celebrating All Hallow’s Eve. And if Halloween is not your cup of tea, this issue also runs down the best upcoming fall festivals…both in town and across the Gulf South. Happy Halloween! –Josh Danzig, Publisher

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2019 PREVIEW

Guns N' Roses

HEADLINER

8:00 p.m. -11:00 p.m, Altar Stage

Guns N’ Roses needs no introduction, but to those uninitiated, they originated in 1985 and reached success after their first album, Appetite for Destruction, reached number one on the Billboard Top 100. This meteoric rise would establish the band as rock gods and musical legends who make an impact and generate crowds today. DJ Nice Rack 12:00 p.m.-1:15 p.m., Le Plur Stage Born in Louisiana, the southern epicenter of blues beats and bumping bass, Louisiana native DJ Nice Rack combines the nostalgia of old school hip hop with booming bass and bounce music to create a high energy electronic sound that’ll be sure to get you moving.

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Templo 2:30 p.m.-3:15 p.m., Le Plur Stage Experimental bass producer and multiinstrumentalist Templo has been showcasing his unique take on EDM music across the world for several years. His earth-shattering base tracks are inspired by hip hop, glitch, and ambient sounds. This artist will take you through an odyssey of sound that will please and slap your ears—in a good way. Still Woozy 3:00-4:00 p.m., South Course Stage This Oakland native creates a unique R&B sound through a mixture of acoustic and electronic instruments. “Goodie Bag” is one of the artist’s most notable songs, totalling over 53 million streams on Spotify. The artist’s newest release, Lately, dropped in May, with the featured single “Habit.”

Des Rocs 12:15 p.m.-1:00 p.m., Altar Stage A new player on the rock scene, Des Rocs is known for challenging convention in his solo act. The artist runs his own game, to his own drum. The Saturday attendees can watch him at Voodoo Fest or, if you can’t wait, his latest EP Living Proof is available to stream now.

Grandson 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., Wisner Stage Jordan Edward Benjamin, better known as Grandson, melodically fuses R&B with wild guitar riffs throughout his songs and albums. The Canadian native’s song “Blood // Water,” has over 95 million streams on Spotify. You can catch him playing his latest release a modern tragedy, vol.3 at Voodoo this year.

Njomza 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m, South Course Stage Her name is Njomza. At a mere 22-years-old, she's lived in multiple countries, played in a band, landed a publishing deal with Skrillex, accumulated millions of YouTube plays. She will also be the first artist to release music off of Mac Miller's independent label, REMember.

Ducky (LIVE) 3:30 p.m.-4:14 p.m., Le Plur Stage Ducky plays with the EDM genre by producing a range of sound, from uplifting pop tunes all the way through neck-breaking headbangers. Now, the artist is debuting Ducky Live― “a glittery combo of angelic live vocals, an iconic pink electric guitar, and IRL star shaped drums you have to see to believe.”

Liily 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m, Wisner Stage Liily is an alternative band born and bred in Los Angeles. They produce sounds that feel like a natural extension of 90s rock and rock from the aughts. In their debut album I Can Fool Anybody in This Town, they bring to bear a nuanced, familiar, and yet somehow fresh sound.

Moon Taxi 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Altar Stage Hailing from Nashville, indie-alt band Moon Taxi is bringing a high energy show to Voodoo Festival following the critical success of their album, Let the Record Play. Their smash-hit single “Two High” has over 116 million streams on Spotify, establishing them as a well known band.

MEMBA 1:30 p.m.-2:15 p.m,, Le Plur Stage This New York-based electronic duo brings a whole new definition to electronic music. MEMBA methodically fuses light and bouncy beats with ancient worlds sounds, giving each listener a euphoric experience. They pioneered an immersive music experience with their EP SAGA-I, which plays with all the senses.

CRAY 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m., Le Plur Stage Stage CRAY, short for Cheney Ray, produces genredefying bangers that don’t disappoint, but do surprise. The Los Angeles-based producer brings a fresh perspective to the electronic scene through her classical jazz and swing inspirations. She pushes the boundaries even further in her latest single, "Peaches.”

Magic City Hippies 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m., Altar Stage From the band formerly known as the Robby Hunter Band, Magic City Hippies’ new album, Modern Animal, is set to crown the group as one of streaming’s ascendant indie bands. The group has taken its captivating performance to major festivals like Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, and BottleRock, alongside plenty of North American headline gigs scheduled through 2020.

Bea Miller 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., South Course Stage Bea Miller is only 20 years old and has already made a place for herself among the likes of powerhouse indie-pop artists Hozier and Tove Lo. Gaining momentum from her success on season 2 of The X Factor, Miller has since released two full length albums, four EP’s, and five singles to date.

Bishop Briggs 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., Wisner Stage Known well for her popular song “River,” Bishop Briggs hails from London. For a time, she was known as BISHOP, but reverted to Bishop Briggs as another band shared the name BISHOP, after her parents' home town in Scotland. Her latest album, Church of Scars, is available today.

HEADLINER Brandi Carlile 6:00-7:00 p.m., Altar Stage An artist of the present moment and winner of multiple Grammys, Brandi Carlile will be coming to Voodoo this fall. The singer, songwriter, and performer has developed many songs with her band over the years. Her Grammy award-winning album By The Way, I Forgive You was released just this year. Hobo Johnson & The Lovemakers 7:00-8:00 p.m., South Course Stage Hobo Johnson is an up-and-coming Portuguese, Mexican, and Native American musician who gracefully integrates poetry, punk, folk, and rap to create his own unadulterated, honest sound. Johnson both sings and theatrically emotes raw revelations in his songs as The Lovemakers (his 5 piece band) add beats and soul. Interpol 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., Wisner Stage One of Friday’s top headliners, this band started in the late 90s and presents some of the most exciting rock of their era. The New York-based band’s most notable releases are “Evil,” “Obstacle 1,” and “C’mere.” In May, the band dropped their latest LP, A Fine Mess, which is available for streaming now. SNAILS 8:15 p.m.-9:15p.m., Le Plur Stage Hailed by Billboard as "a totally outrageous collection of grimy sounds and mosh pit motivation," Canadian EDM maker Snails is one of the top bass producers today. Creator of “vomitstep,” the artist broke out with his debut album, The Shell. Snail’s most popular songs are “Magnets,” featuring Zeds Dead, and “Follow Me.” Big Gigantic 9:30 p.m.-10:45 p.m., Le Plur Stage Based out of Boulder, Big Gigantic combines jazz and hip hop with elements of electronic music to create a sound that is trippy, melodic, and easy to dance to. Big Gigantic is claiming a big space— and an even bigger sound—for themselves in the EDM world.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 Carmine P. Filthy 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m., Le Plur Stages Growing up in Miami, this DJ was immersed in 80s synth and a cacophony of early EDM. Boasting 20 years of experience, Carmine P. Filthy will be playing at Voodoo Fest. He hopes his music will make you dance the way he imagines it will. Whatever your fancy, check him out.

Hello Yello 12:45-1:30 p.m., South Course Stage Hello Yello is a California-based rock band that has gained notoriety from working with artists like Clairo and Beabadoobie. Fader wrote a rave review of their track “Feel That Again,” exclaiming its optimism and going on to praise the “small moments that kind of make you smile yourself” while listening. Sun Seeker 12:45 p.m.-1:30 p.m., Wisner Stage Sun Seeker has drawn applause for their unhurried breed of Cosmic American Music, and with BIDDEFORD (Third Man Records), their 2017 debut EP, the Nashville-based band more than affirmed their promise. They have played supporting acts to artists such as Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Peach Pit, The Districts, and Jessica Lea Mayfield. Seratones 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m., Altar Stage An unusual rock band, the Seratones bring the gritty indie folk rock scene to popular culture in a big way. They come from Shreveport, Louisiana, and as locals, they’ll be coming home to their native state when the perform in New Orleans. Come check them out this weekend! BRUTUS 2:30-3:30 p.m., South Course Stage Brutus, hailing from Belgium, will be playing their hits: “War,” “Sugar Dragon,” “All Along,” and others. Their latest album Nest was released in March of 2019 and is available to stream now. As luck would have it, they will be playing this at Voodoo fest this year.

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Mattiel 2:30-3:30 p.m, Wisner Stage Her new album, Satis Factory, features great tracks such as “Food for Thought” that are available now. If, however, you want to see her in person, she will be performing this year. This rising star from Atlanta will be sure to wow any viewer. Elohim 4:30-5:20 p.m., Wisner Stage A skilled producer, vocalist, songwriter, and classically-trained pianist, Elohim crafts intricatelyproduced songs that curiously explore the beauty of human connection and span styles across inventive electronic, indie alternative, and unabashed pop. In summary, what Elohim delivers is a stunning live show that will leave you wanting more. Pink Sweat$ 4:30-5:30 p.m., South Course Stage Pink Sweat$ is an artist/songwriter/producer from Philadelphia whose music is rooted in R&B and Soul. His rapid rise has earned him recognition from the New York Times & Fader, ten entries in Spotify's US viral charts, and placement in Apple Music's A List R&B & Today's Hits lists.

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Young the Giant 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., Altar Stage The energetic sound shivering from the L.A. quintet Young the Giant will have you bopping to beats with friends in the crowd, without even registering the introspection of the lyrics at hand. See if you can match the zippy moves of mainvocalist, Sameer Gadhia. Medasin 5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m., Le Plur Stage This artist, hailing from Dallas, is known for his bass-heavy, yet occasionally smooth EDM. He’s one of the hottest and up-and-coming artists in the music industry right now. Born Grant Wilson, the DJ will be showing up at Voodoo fest this year. Japenese Breakfast 6:30-7:30 p.m., South Course Stage Since the release of her debut studio album Psychopomp, Michelle Zauner (AKA Japanese Breakfast) has been revolutionizing the indie genre with her electrifying bedroom-pop sound. Zauner leaves her ethereal fingerprint on every project she touches and seeks to inspire other young Korean-Americans to embrace the duality of their heritage through her music.

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Denzel Curry 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Wisner Stage Denzel Curry’s track “Ricky” is reminiscent of A$AP Rocky’s “Goldie” in a very good way. Where Rocky is strange, however, Curry is harsh and ruthless. If you’re looking for something to get you riled

up Voodoo Fest weekend, Curry will deliver just that—and then some. Jai Wolf 6:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m., Le Plur Stage Known for his infectious indie-meets-electronic pop hits “Indian Summer” and “Lose My Mind,” Jai Wolf is a melodic oasis amidst heavy bass drops and effects that populate the EDM scene. Jai Wolf is proving to be an essential fixture of the electronic music community.

HEADLINER The National 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m, Altar Stage This melancholy and ruminative band displays its own quirky confidence in their folk-rock sensibility. Started in 1999, the band has its roots in Cincinnati. The band’s sound and lyrics range from the pensive to humorous. The band’s latest album, I Am Easy to Find, is available The Glitch Mob 8:15 p.m.-9:15 p.m., Le Plur Stage The Glitch Mob runs on the thin line between EDM and rock, treading on new and familiar territory all at once. Forged in the Los Angeles beat scene, the band achieved success with the use of technology at their concerts, to much fan excitement. See Without Eyes, the band’s latest work, is available for purchase today. Royal Teeth 8:15 p.m.-9:30 p.m., House of Blues Her new album Hard Luck was released just this

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year. With hits like “Wild,” “Heartbeat,” and more, she’ll be sure to entertain any viewer. Born in Lafayette, Louisiana, as a native to the state, she’ll be sure to put on a good show for her hometown. Clairo 8:30 p.m.-9:15 p.m, South Course Stage Clairo, writer of the lo-fi hit Pretty Girl, is coming to Voodoo Fest at the perfect time, after releasing her debut full-length album, Immunity, this past August. At just 21 years old, this bedroom pop songstress is already signed to The Fader and has embarked on a stadium tour.

Bassnectar 9:45-11:00 p.m., Le Plur Stage This American electronic DJ started as Bassnectar, initially, just to me his skills as a DJ, remix songs, and produce for other artists. The DJ eventually decided to do it full time. In 2018 he released Reflective (Part 3), which is his latest album and is available now.

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HEADLINER ZHU 8:30-9:30 p.m, Wisner Stage Initially known only enigmatically as ZHU, Stephen Zhu debuted with the single, “Moves Like Ms. Jackson.” The world has come to know him as a Grammy-winning artist, but at home he’s just Stephen. He’ll be at Voodoo this year to play hits such as “Faded” and “Automatic,” among others.

Tristan Dufrene 12:00-1:00 p.m, Le Plur Stage Tristan Dufrene expresses her passion for the sounds of the underground through a collection of elements, feelings, moods, and art. Her styles range from nudisco and funk to house, bass, breaks, techno, and electronica. Accumulating eclectic sounds through a kaleidoscope of consciousness, Tristan constantly looks to push her music to a deeper level.

Beck HEADLINER 9:30 p.m., Altar Stage Starting as a relatively young, unknown player, by 1994 Beck was a smashing success with the release of his single “Loser.” Quickly becoming an alternative rock icon, he released his first album Mellow Gold in 1994 as well. He has consistently risen to star status over the course of his career.

Mobley 12:45-1:30 p.m, South Course Stage Few artists write and produce their own vocal and instrumental tracks, direct their own videos, and design their own artwork, but Mobley is doing it all. Having gone through extensive lengths to carry out his vision, Mobley has proven to be an up and coming artist to keep an eye on.

Beck 10/26, Altar Stage, 9:30 p.m.

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2019 PREVIEW Maggie Lindermann 12:45-1:30 p.m, Wisner Stage “Somewhere between a gothic Tim Burton protagonist and rock renegade Joan Jett is the dauntless Maggie Lindemann, clutching onto her pink Fender and penning her next alternative anthem,” says Voodoo fest of this artist. Her latest work is available to stream or purchase today, but you can see her live as well. The Ghost of Paul Revere 1:30-2:30 p.m, Altar This Maine-grown quartet gives you a footstomping, sway-in-meadow type of folky feel that leans on a densely woven network of deep harmony from both the bellowing voices of the quartet and the gentle instruments in the band. The cohesion picks up between voice and instrument where one may leave off.

Willaris K 1:45-2:30 p.m, Le Plur Stage Willaris K. released his debut EP Alchemy in 2018. The rising star has been a favorite in the techno and electronic world ever since. He has performed at festivals in Australia and New Zealand, but now he finally brings his fresh style to New Orleans. Duncan Fellows 2:30-3:30, South Course Stage With their new EP Eyelids Shut, this five-piece from Austin explores that dynamic balance while concurrently toeing a similar line in their own lives. Following the release of two EPs, the Duncan Fellows debut full-length Both Sides of the Ceiling dropped in 2017 and put the band firmly on the map.

Ashe 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m,, Wisner Stage A California native, Ashe has been turning heads with her balance of modern day pop writing and vintage vocals. Studying at the world renowned Berklee College of Music, she gained exposure as a songwriter and jazz vocalist over her time there. She’s got a new album Moral of the Story: Chapter 1 available now. Hippo Campus 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m., Altar Hippo Campus hails from St. Paul, Minnesota. They are is an indie rock band and have been a national festival favorite since their debut release in 2013. Their latest album, Way It Goes, is available for purchase or streaming now. They were named one of NPR Music’s favorite new artists of 2017. Pet Fangs 3:45 p.m.-5:00 p.m, House of Blues These Swamp State natives create a unique “garage-pop” sound with grooving beats and an electrifying rock n’ roll sound. Their most notable songs are “Afterglow” and “Bitch, Baby” and was featured in Madonna’s Material Girl advertisement campaign. The bands latest release was “Bitch, Baby” and is available now. Temples 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m, South Course Stage This English psychedelic rock band was formed in 2012 by guitarist James Bagshaw and former bassist Tom Walmsley. Some of their most famous songs are “Shelter Song,” “Certainty,” and “Strange or Be Forgotten.” Their new single, “Context,” is from their upcoming album Hot Motion. The new album drops September 27th. Danileigh 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m, Wisner Stage Dominican-American singer and dancer DaniLeigh had her career breakthrough working with Prince on a music video and was mentored by him until his death. She was signed to Def Jam Records in 2017 and started releasing music that year. Her breakout hit, “Easy,” was released earlier this year. Opiuo 5:00-6:00 p.m, Le Plur Stage Party-centric Aussey Opiuo is changing the way we think about electronic music with his funkadelic basslines and chart-topping remixes. He has shared the stage with EDM icons such as Skrillex, Bassnectar and Infected Mushroom, Opiuo is sure to bring his bass-heavy funk to the Big Easy.

Post Malone 10/27, Altar Stage, 7:30-9:00 p.m.

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Bring Me the Horizon HEADLINER 5:30-6:30 p.m, Altar Bring Me the Horizon is an award-winning and Grammy-nominated rock band from Sheffield, England. Since their 2006 debut, they have been a staple in the rock genre. Their new album, Amo,

is set to be released later this year, but for a fix you can see them in the festival this year. Big Wild 6:15-7:15 p.m, Le Plur Stage Big Wild is an electronic music producer, composer, and vocalist. This varied proficiency makes him quite the virtuoso. He released his debut album in February 2019. His live show has him switching between multiple unique instruments, such as drum pads and synths, and is known to be high energy. Lane Mack 6:15-7:30 p.m, House of Blues Lafayette-born Lane Mack is a blues-rock artist and was a contestant on season 11 of NBC’s The Voice as a member of superstar Miley Cyrus’ team. Though he did not win, he was a fan favorite. His newest release, “The Water is Rising,” is available to stream now Missio 6:30-7:30 p.m, South Course Stage Missio, a pop/rock duo, is comprised of vocalist Matthew Brue and producer David Butler. Their first EP was released in November 2016, and they performed at SXSW the next year. Their most recent album, The Darker the Weather// The Better the Man, was released in April 2019. Sheck Wes 6:30-7:30 p.m, Wisner Stage New York native Sheck Wes is best known for his viral 2018 hit “Mo Bamba.” The artist has quite the pedigree, as he is jointly signed to last year’s Voodoo Fest headliner Travis Scott’s label Cactus Jack Records and Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music. Rezz 7:30-8:30 p.m, Le Plur Stage Canadian DJ Rezz released her first studio album in 2017 at just 22 years old and hasn’t stopped working since. Her July 2019 release, Beyond the Senses, was a big hit among fans. You will be able to see why at this year’s Voodoo Fest.

HEADLINER Post Malone 7:30-9:00 p.m, Altar Stage This rock-infused poet of a rapper has been in the music business for a few years, but he is quite prolific. His recent hit was written for the Spider-Man: Into The Spiderverse (Soundtrack From & Inspired by the Motion Picture). He will be on stage this year at Voodoo Fest. HEADLINER DJ Raj Smoove 7:35-8:20 p.m, House of Blues DJ Raj Smoove, a New Orleans native, has been proclaimed as “Greatest DJ in the World” by Lil Wayne, and at this year’s Voodoo Fest, he intends to prove it. He currently holds residencies at the House of Blues New Orleans and every Saturday night on 98.5 WYLD.

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The 90s brought some of the most memorable bands and artists to the forefront. These bands were capable of reaching into the hearts of adults, young and old, and teenagers everywhere, giving hope to the generations that lived through that decade. Beck was one of the early success stories. His massive first hit “Loser” was everything that a teenager could latch onto. But while he accomplished something original and abstract on his major label debut, Mellow Gold, he showed that he wasn’t meant to be a one hit wonder, even if “Loser” was very much in the wein of other one-off hits. For the last twenty-five years, Beck has routinely demonstrated that he is something of a chameleon in the alternative music world. He is the type of artist that compels an audience to listen, even if it’s an unexpected offering. In that sense, he’s one of the most original and innovative artists of the 90s, and he’ll be bringing all of that swagger of the experimental sounds he’s known for to the main stage of Voodoo on Saturday, October 26.

The story of Beck, as told through his music, is one of marvel and wonder. While Mellow Gold was a major breakthrough, mixing rock music with a hip hop-inspired lyrical precision, it was just his opening salvo in a career that has been representative of the wide-ranging sounds he and his band can conjure up. There’s literally something for everyone when it comes to what Beck can create. The Colors record, for example, didn’t exactly tear up the music charts, but what is noteworthy is how different it was from the albums that came before. It’s reminiscent in instrumentation of a groove heavy hip hop record, even though he’s not rapping throughout. With that album, Beck established himself as a true artist who pushed himself to grow. The song “Wow” is utterly incredible and eye-opening, while “Up all Night” is a perfect song to dance your cares away to in a dark bar. This is just one example of Beck taking a chance, and he’s basically done that on nearly every record he’s ever made. In the long run, that choice to take a chance has made Beck a vital and indispensable artist.

Beck is an artist who can make unique 70s-inspired records like Mutations and Midnite Vultures just to turn around and make, what many consider his magnum opus, Sea Change, which is a record that is more reflective record. The layers presented throughout Sea Change show yet another facet that Beck hadn’t shown before. It’s not upbeat, and it doesn’t make you want to dance and wiggle, but it does succeed in opening your eyes and gives you another chance to make sense of his inspirations. Beck has a vast arsenal he can deploy when performing live. He can mingle and marry different styles, which is wonderful and exciting to watch. It’s a refreshing change to be surprised and not know what might happen during a performance. Having the ability to mix in a beautiful song like “Waking Light” from the brilliant but often overlooked Morning Phase, in a set, only to then turn things around and deliver a stellar powerhouse performance of “Girl” or the bass heavy “E-Pro” keeps audiences on their toes. With numerous albums under his belt, he essentially has his pick of what kind of

show he wants to present. At a festival like Voodoo, it’s the variety that is so important, but it’s safe to assume that Beck will stick to some of the more celebrated tracks from his thick, vibrant history. Of course, the requisite hits, such as “Where It’s At?” and “Loser,” are bound to be on tap, but he won’t stop there. Newer songs like “Night Running,” which he recorded with Cage the Elephant, could be a big moment of the night, but, on the other hand, you might get lesser known songs like “One Foot in the Grave” and “Paper Tiger.” All in all, expect a memorable set with plenty of the rockers one would expect at a Beck show, mixed in with lesser known songs. There’s even the possibility of a cover that he and his band are sure to make their own. Beck operates differently than most, as he never does the same thing twice, and while some may consider him a sleeper who people aren’t initially thinking about, he might very well blow them away if they stick around to see a performance that is sure to captivate all in attendance. Don’t sleep on Beck, as he’s quite the talent, and he’ll prove why on the second night of Voodoo Fest.

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Halloween Balls to Die For By Sam Malvaney

hen Halloween rolls around in most cities, you think of taking the kids out, decked out in a box store-bought costume featuring the most popular cartoon characters of the day, trick-or-treating from house to house, in your neighborhood. Or, if you go out to an adult Halloween “ball,” it’s probably held at a local venue like a motel ball room or a Knights of Columbus Hall. You can expect boring, off-the-rack costumes from Party City and decorations resembling a sophomoric high school production of Carrie. However, Halloween in New Orleans is a totally different horror story. During the holiday, it’s sometimes been described as “Hell on Earth” (and in this case, that’s a good thing). There are countless Halloween balls held all over the city, with many of them located in ancient venues that are reportedly haunted themselves. From a decadent ballroom in a once-glamorous but nowdecaying Uptown mansion to a century old French Quarter hotel ballroom that was built on unhallowed ground to a Victorian vampire

choices are only limited by your imagination. In New Orleans, celebrating Halloween has always seemed to be, well, in our blood. In the early days of the city, it was actually All Souls Day, on November 2, that was celebrated. Families would make an annual pilgrimage to the above-ground tombs in the St. Louis or St. Patrick cemeteries to scrub and clean the family plots. Today, these ancient cemeteries have become a decaying destination just steps from where many of the Halloween balls are held in the French Quarter, casting a spell on revelers. One of the most truly extravagant and elaborate balls is the annual New Orleans Vampiric Masquerade-Court of the Dark Fae held in the spectacular Audubon Tea Room in the Garden District—the likes of which you have never seen. This is not amateur night for costuming because you gotta come “dressed to excess,” with an emphasis on appearing as vampires in decadent ball gowns, tuxedos, and tailcoats or as fairies, satyrs, and mermaids, replete with scales, horns, and masks. It’s not for the faint of heart. Even if you have tickets, you will not be

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allowed into the Masquerade in casual attire. And what would Halloween in New Orleans be without an over-the-top gay Halloween ball? Leave it to the LGBTQ community to throw a party that is one of the most dazzling, colorful, wildly-wicked, and simplystunning shows in town. This year, the annual Halloween New Orleans Costume Ball is themed “Hallowdays,” where the costume required is to dress for any holiday occasion—only with a decidedly decadent or deadly undertone. You could go as a sexy Santa Claus, a killer Easter Bunny, or a murderous Pilgrim drag queen. According to Neil Savoy, chairman of the Hallowdays ball, “For locals, it’s a great way to recycle your most fabulous Mardi Gras costume from days gone by, that you thought you’d never be able to wear again, to a fresh, new crowd. Pull it out of the attic and give the purple, green, and gold costume a glorious makeover and a second debut.” This year,

the ball will be held in the spectacular new Fillmore concert venue in Harrah’s Casino in downtown New Orleans on Saturday, October 26, from 10:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. Costumes are mandatory, and everyone is welcome, whether straight or gay, with the only people being excluded being those not in costume. Keep in mind that, oftentimes, when it comes to a gay ball, “less is more,” so it’s an opportunity to dress sparingly and daringly, flashy or splashy, and show the whole world why you’re the Buffest Boy or the Belle of the Ball! On Saturday, October 19, starting at 6:30 p.m., the Krewe of Boo Official New Orleans Halloween Parade rolls through the French Quarter. This spooktacular Halloween event is unlike any other parade in the world and rolls through the “Boo Carré.” For visitors from out of the New Orleans area, it’s your opportunity to catch a Mardi Gras-style parade with a Halloween spirit. You’ll see

rougarous throwing beads, Marie Laveau the Voodoo Queen casting spells, and local bands marching to “The Monster Mash.” Following the Krewe of Boo parade, you may want to go to the Krewe of Boo Official After-Party ball, sometimes described as “the Costume Party of the Year,” starting at 8 p.m. at Generations Hall in downtown New Orleans. Come dressed in your most wildly wicked costume for the chance to win great prizes. Want another venerable vampire venue to consider for the evening? Anyone who is a fan of vampires in New Orleans is familiar with Anne Rice’s most famous one, Lestat. What would Halloween in New Orleans be without “The 31st Anne Rice Vampire Ball.” This year’s theme is “Blood Communion Ball.” It will be held in the dark-paneled, richly appointed Uptown Elms Mansion on St. Charles Avenue on Saturday, October 26, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., so dress up in

your most devilishly decked-out tuxedo or splendidly sexy ball gown, fangs and all, and, for a memory you’ll never forget, catch the St. Charles streetcar in your costume from the French Quarter. Once again, costumes are mandatory, or you’ll be asked to disappear like a vampire at dawn. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, these opulent, Halloween balls are just a tiny handful of the dozens that are thrown all over the city, each with a unique theme, style, and location. And if spending a bundle on a lavish ball with an open bar and catered food in not in your budget right now, just put on your most wicked—or winsome—costume and head to original “scene of the crime,” the French Quarter, to prowl the darkened streets and brightly-lit bars with hordes of other batty revelers. More than any other city in America, whomever or whatever you are, you’re gonna fit right in during Halloween in New Orleans!

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The Axeman Cometh

By Emily Hingle

iolence has always been a part of New Orleans life. At times, that violence goes beyond the norm and truly terrifies everyone. During the early years of the 20th Century, a tool-wielding maniac slayed and slashed enough people that he will be forever known as “the Axeman of New Orleans.” Perhaps the scariest aspects of this criminal are that he was never identified nor brought to justice for his bloody crimes.

The Axeman’s reign of terror began on May 22, 1918. Joseph and Catherine Maggio were asleep in their home on the corner of Upperline and Magnolia Streets. The man who would soon become known as the Axeman broke into their house, slashed their throats with a straight razor, nearly to the point of decapitation, then caved their heads in with an axe. Astoundingly, Joseph did not perish immediately. His brothers Jake and Andrew, who lived next door, found him alive two hours after the attack occurred, but he succumbed to his extensive injuries some minutes later. When the police arrived, it was discovered that the Axeman stripped off his bloody clothes and changed into a clean set before leaving, but he took nothing else. The straight razor was found thrown into a neighbor’s yard. Andrew Maggio was briefly considered a suspect because the razor that was used in the attack was his; he owned a barber shop, and his employee testified that he witnessed Andrew take home the blade. However, Andrew was quickly dismissed as the murderer. In the early morning hours of June 27, 1918, Louis Besumer and his mistress Harriet Lowe were brutally attacked in Louis’ grocery store on Dorgenois and Laharpe Streets. They were struck with immense force on their heads and knocked unconscious. A wagon delivery driver named John Zanca found them alive but badly injured. The police ascertained that the couple had been struck with Louis’ hatchet, which was left in the bathroom by the perpetrator. The police arrested an African-American man named Lewis Oubicon for the crime because he had just started working at the grocery store, but he was released due to lack of evidence. Louis and Harriet became swept up in a media frenzy due to Harriet’s outlandish and often baseless claims about Louis. Harriet claimed that Louis was a German spy. He was arrested but soon released due to a lack of evidence. Harriet disliked the Chief of Police and would not cooperate further with their investigation because he revealed to the public that she was not Louis’ wife. In August 1918, Louis was arrested yet again when Harriet confessed that it was Louis who hit her with the hatchet. Harriet

revealed this information as she lay dying in Charity Hospital after a botched surgery, intended to repair the hatchet wound that had left her with partial face paralysis. Louis was charged with murder after her death, and he served nine months in prison before being acquitted the following year due to a lack of evidence and Harriet’s history of lying. The day that Harriet passed away, the Axeman attacked his fifth known victim. Anna Schneider was eight months pregnant when the Axeman bludgeoned her head while she slept in her home on Elmira Street. Her husband Ed found her alive a few hours later. Despite her massive head trauma, Elmira delivered her child two days later. The police investigation revealed that the woman had been bashed with a lamp from her nightstand. An ex-con named James Gleason was arrested for her attack, but he was released due to lack of evidence. Days later, on August 10, 1918, Joseph Romano was hit on the head in his bedroom several times. His nieces Pauline and Mary Bruno heard the attack and ran to help him. Joseph initially survived the attack, but he died two days later from his injuries. A bloody axe was found in the backyard of the house, and a hole was discovered that had been chiseled in the back door, a trait that would become known as the Axeman’s modus operandi. Perhaps due to the growing media hype, the Axeman stopped his rampage at the end of the summer. Across the river in Gretna, on March 10, 1919, Charles Cortimiglia, his wife Rosie, and their child Mary had been viciously attacked. Their neighbor Iorlando Jordano heard their screams and rushed to their home on Jefferson Avenue and Second Street. Baby Mary was already deceased from her wounds. Rosie and Charles suffered massive head trauma and were taken to Charity Hospital. The police believed that the Axeman was back since they found a bloody axe in the backyard and a partially damaged back door; however, Rosie claimed that Iorlando and his son Frank were the culprits. Iorlando and Frank were arrested for the crime and were found guilty for it. They were given a life sentence and death sentence, respectively. Charles divorced Rosie over her claims of their guilt, but she later admitted that she

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made it up under duress. Sheriff Louis Marrero had jailed Rosie until she signed an affidavit stating that her neighbors were responsible, presumably because he wanted this crime solved no matter what. Rosie told reporters at The Times Picayune that she was coerced into implicating the innocent men. The men were finally released from their unjust sentences in December of 1920. The citizens of New Orleans were aghast that the Axeman was active again. Presumably capitalizing on the media frenzy that his horrendous crimes fed, he wrote a letter to The Times Picayune and the N.O.P.D. on March 13, 1919, which was published. The Axeman claimed to not be human but a spirit that was set on killing when he saw fit. He wrote, “I shall leave no clue except my bloody axe, besmeared with blood and brains of he whom I have sent below to keep me company.” Despite the frightening, disturbing, and insulting nature of the letter, the Axeman claimed that there was one way to receive his mercy—playing jazz. He claimed that he was fond of jazz, and that he would spare any home in which he heard jazz playing on Tuesday, March 18, 1919, at 12:15 a.m. “(earthly time)”. Those who weren’t playing jazz would “get the axe.” The callous murderer seemed to stick to his word as no one was harmed that night, but this peace wouldn’t last for long. On August 10, 1919, the anniversary of his attack on Joseph Romano, Steve Boca was beaten with an axe while he slept at

home. He did not die from the attack, but he had a terrible skull fracture that he only noticed after he ran out of his house to find the intruder. He ran to his neighbor Frank Genusa’s house where he collapsed. The police again noticed the same means of entry as previous crimes and connected the attack to the Axeman. On September 3, 1919, 19-year-old Sarah Laumann was beaten in the face with an axe that her attacker left on her front lawn. She survived the attack. Mike Pepitone did not survive, however, when the Axeman bashed his head with an axe on October 27, 1919. Mike’s wife saw the Axeman fleeing the scene, but she couldn’t see him well enough to give the police a description. While the killer was never caught, there have been suspects identified throughout the years. Some researchers even believe that not all of the murders attributed to the Axeman were his. Stories of mafia hits, long-standing disputes between rival grocery store owners and the like, surround these attacks and others that were similar. It’s also speculated that the Axeman was responsible for attacks in 1920 and 1921 in Alexandria, DeRidder, and Lake Charles. Most of the known victims were of Italian descent and were involved in the grocery business. The mystery of the Axeman may never be solved—and perhaps that is why this story, like many others, has become part of the lore of this city and its people.

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y October, everyone in our Crescent City is ready for the heat to end, and with that comes the beginning of the holiday-filled final three months of the year. Thanksgiving and Christmas are the obvious ones, but, for many people in and around New Orleans, Halloween is a big deal, perhaps even bigger than the other two. When does it begin though? For many it starts October 1st, when you can safely claim it’s the fall season, even if the heat hasn’t subsided enough for us to wear jackets.

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Most days, horror movies become a big part of the celebration. Favorites such as The Shining fitting in side-by-side with movies that have more local flavor, such as Interview with a Vampire, among others. Horror films have played a big role in the celebration of All Hallows’ Eve for a long time. For some, it’s a revelry that’s the biggest part of the month. For others, it means traveling to Voodoo Fest. During this particular fest, some attendees feel the desire to don costumes for any and/or all of the days. Last year, there were many people who dressed up all for all three days to the festival. While that’s a tradition for many, the energy and excitement surrounding Halloween doesn’t end with the music festival. If you go to the French Quarter, you’ll find most residents have at least some kind of decorations up, ringing in the holiday in their own unique way. There are houses in the Quarter that have the giant spiders hanging from the rafters, along with a myriad of other decorations. This is just one way that the oldest part of the City that Care Forgot celebrates this holiday. By Halloween weekend, the excitement is at fevered pitch. If you’re lucky enough to have a great group of friends, this means gathering together to go out to celebrate Samhain. The Celts, who initially created this festival, believed this time of year, and the 31st of October specifically, was the time of year when the worlds of the living and dead were closest to each other. The history behind the holiday is fascinating, but in New Orleans, it’s a full party mode for most. There’s a ton of parties everywhere and more costumes than you can keep track of. Full grown men dressed as women (which is markedly different from

the Red Dress Run, any of the drag brunches throughout town, or the like), grotesque makeup that probably took hours to complete, and couples’ costumes that adorn the bodies of the celebrators. In recent years Halloween has become more of an excuse to get scantily dressed, but that appears to be changing as our norms regarding society also change. It’s easy to get lost in the energy, but that’s the point. If you’re here for the celebration of All Souls Day, you’re likely to see a city bursting with laughter and excitement. Beyond that, the prospect of feeling more connected to the ghosts of the past, who may or may not freely roam our dimension on that particular night, longing one more time for the material world, corporeal form, and, of course, Haloween in New Orleans. This is s something certain people just can’t pass up. So now that we are in the month of October, take the opportunity to walk out your dark house, into a moonlit night, hopefully with a cool breeze in the air, and experience one of the best times to be a resident of the Crescent City. This place, surrounded by a celebration as abundant as its history, is, perhaps, the best place to be for Halloween. Even if it’s more brief than some of our other events and celebrations, one can expect a party that may even equal anything else that occurs in New Orleans— possibly even Mardi Gras. During this particulair holiday, you can make friends with a ghost, ghoul, or some other apparition, assuming that they aren’t evil—some of them may just want to feel connected to the souls of the living. Who knows? Maybe one of them will even buy you a drink and tell you stories about Halloween in 1850 while surrounded by candlelight and visions of the future.

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Hauntings in New Orleans: Mythology or Metaphysical Manifestations By Donald Rickert

ew Orleans is often referred to as the most haunted city in America. Whether or not this is true, or whether ghosts actually exist and manifest themselves in the physical world, is open for debate. There are arguments to be had on either side, but, in New Orleans, the ghosts and the places in which they dwell are more affixed, and less open to debate, than those often attributed to having incorporeal form. In fact, there is a local industry that was built around this debate and phenomena— haunted tours. Not any random individual can become a tour guide in New Orleans—there is a process to becoming one. The city issues permits to individuals that can pass the test and the background check, so, as long as you are being led by an official tour guide as deemed by the city, you are probably in relatively good hands. This is important, as you don’t want to be led astray by someone wholly unqualified, especially when trying to learn about the historical aspects of the hauntings in New Orleans. Perhaps the most well-known name in haunted tours is Haunted History Tours, which was established by Sidney Smith in 1995. Because Smith has been a tour guide for nearly a quarter of a century, he has a wide array of experiences, but he especially enjoys hearing other people’s personal ghost stories from all over the world. Smith could easily be seen as an expert in the haunted areas of New Orleans, and rightfully so. While Jonathan Jamison does not have quite the history as Smith does, he has been a tour guide in New Orleans for five years and currently works for Flambeaux Tours. Jamison garners the most pleasure from showing people how much depth there is to the city outside of the typical Bourbon Street tourist traps and “teaching aspects about our city that are not in the guide books … and the hidden gems” therein. Perhaps the most famous haunted location in New Orleans is the LaLaurie mansion, which was once owned by Nicholas Cage. In fact, Sidney gets asked about this location the most, “hands down.” The fame of the house, which is located on the corner of Royal and Gov. Nicholls Streets, has been heightened by the inclusion of the house and a fictionalized story of Delphine LaLaurie in the third season of American Horror Story. According to Smith, the LaLaurie Mansion “is considered to be the most haunted site in New Orleans, and for good reason.” He elaborated by stating that “[Haunted History Tours] have had over 1,000 people literally faint at that spot, in addition to several unexplained happenings.” While the details

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are sketchy, the rumors are that Delphine LaLaurie and her husband, physician Leonard Louis Nicolas LaLaurie, mistreated, tortured, and even performed grotesque experiments on their slaves. This is why the house at 1140 Royal Street is purported to be haunted. Jamison, on the other hand, mentioned the famous ghost that always has a table at Muriel’s by Jackson Square: Pierre Antoine Lepardi Jourdan, a notorious gambler who used to own the property. Also mentioned by Jamison as popular paranormal points were the upstairs part of Muriel’s, “where the upstairs lounge fire occurred,” and, “Pirate’s Alley.” The thing that he gets asked about the most during his tours are the ghosts in the cemeteries. As for his top spot for ghostly activities in the city, Smith mentions, “The LaLaurie mansion, for sure.” He specified that “certain people are sensitive to paranormal activity and some are not. Our tour guests have had different experiences at different sites on the tour.” With a number of famous fictional stories based in New Orleans that feature vampires, ghosts, and the like, it’s no wonder why the City that Care Forgot is at the forefront of thought when it comes to the paranormal. Books such as Interview with a Vampire by New Orleanian Anne Rice and Fevre Dream by George R.R. Martin, of Game of Thrones fame, have fed this feature of the city. As Smith mentioned, “New Orleans is considered to be the most haunted city in the country.” Whether it is or not is still up for debate.

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The Tragic Tale of Zack & Addie By Emily Hingle

he first years after Hurricane Katrina were fraught with devastation, loss, depression, and uncertainty. Homes were gutted and abandoned. Long-standing businesses shuttered. Many people weren’t sure if they were going to return to New Orleans since they lost so much. Two young French Quarter bartenders seemed to be defying the pain that most people were going through, and they became known across the country for their unlikely love story in the face of extreme adversity. That love story eventually became a horror story that still haunts those who knew them and those who have learned about them. Addie Hall came from an abusive home, and she found herself in abusive relationships as an adult. Despite her rocky relationships and heavy drinking, she was beloved by the patrons at the French Quarter bars where she worked and came across as a free spiritedperson. Zackery Bowen was a former military police officer who had been stationed in Iraq. He received a NATO Medal and Presidential Unit Citation for his service, and his commanding officer recommended him for an honorable discharge. Zack was only given a general discharge, which disqualified him from receiving education benefits, which bothered him greatly. According to his friends, Zack was also haunted by some events that occurred while he was stationed overseas. In particular, a young Iraqi boy that he befriended was killed in a mortar attack along with his family. Several people would go on to suggest that Zack suffered from PTSD, which went untreated. In August of 2005, Hurricane Katrina was quickly approaching Louisiana, and people were scrambling to evacuate at the last minute. Many New Orleanians decided to stay home and ride it out, not knowing how bad

things were about to get. Addie decided to let Zack stay with her in her apartment. The French Quarter was spared from major damage, but the power was out for weeks. Zack and Addie, however, seemed to thrive in this strange environment. They sat on the stoop of the apartment—located above the Voodoo Spiritual Temple on Rampart— making cocktails and speaking to media that came down to document the devastation. Addie was even known for flashing police officers that drove by. The young couple stayed together as the city very slowly came back over the next few months. But those close to them eventually watched their relationship spiral downward. According to Zack and Addie’s friends, they argued constantly and complained about each other. Their habits of binge-drinking and drug use seemed to help fuel their fury. Finally, Addie claimed that she had enough when she caught Zack cheating on her. She went to see her landlord on October 4, 2006, and asked him to take Zack off of the lease so that she could evict him. The landlord said that she should just try to work it out with him instead. It was the last time he saw Addie alive. Just over two weeks later, Zack’s mangled body was found on the roof of the parking garage of the Omni Royal Hotel. The suicide note in his back pocket detailed what happened after Addie tried to evict him. On October 5, 2006, Zack strangled Addie to death in her apartment. He wrote, “I killed her at 1 a.m. I very calmly strangled her. It was very quick.” Throughout his eight-page suicide note, he explained that he had sex with her dead body several times before passing out next to it. He got up and went to work the next day as if nothing happened. After some time, he dismembered the corpse in the bathroom using a hacksaw and a knife so that he could more easily dispose of it. He left the parts in the bathroom for a few days before

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he decided to cook the parts on the stove and in the oven. During the weeks before his death, he filled his free time with “good food, good drugs, good strippers,” and he claimed that it was a very enjoyable time for him. He was still wracked with guilt over his horrendous crime. He wrote, “I scared myself not only by the action of calmly strangling the woman I’ve loved for one and a half years, but by my entire lack of remorse. I’ve known forever how horrible a person I am (ask anyone).” Zack also burned himself with cigarettes, one burn for each year he had been a failure. Security camera footage would show that Zack arrived at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel terrace on October 17, 2006, around 8:30 p.m. He approached the edge of the building several times before drinking one last drink and jumping to his death. He died on impact. Police searched his pockets to find identification and found the long, rambling suicide note that said in part: “This is not accidental. I had to take my own life to pay for the one I took. If you send a patrol to 826 N. Rampart, you will find the dismembered corpse of my girlfriend Addie in the oven, on the stove, and in the fridge along with full documentation on the both of us and a full signed confession from myself.” Units were immediately sent to the apartment, and it looked like the set of a scary movie. The A/C was set to 60 degrees, and the walls were spray painted with phrases like, “I’m a failure,” and instructions to call his ex-wife to tell her that he loved her. Some messages on the wall said to look in the kitchen for the remains of Addie Hall. Addie’s burned head was in one pot on the stove, and her hands and feet were in

another. Her arms and legs which seemed to have seasoning on them were in the oven, and her torso was wrapped in plastic in the fridge. Zack had chopped carrots and potatoes which were next to the stove as if he was planning on making a meal of her body though no human flesh was found in his system. The story shocked the citizens of New Orleans who were still reeling from the chaos of the aftermath of the storm. It was such a terrifying tale that media outlets across the country picked up the story for articles and true crime shows. Journalist Ethan Brown wrote about Zack and Addie in his 2009 book Shake the Devil Off: A True Story of the Murder That Rocked New Orleans. In 2014, Rob Florence composed a documentary entitled Zack and Addie, which was shown at film festivals and on small screens locally. The story of the ill-fated couple has also been utilized for other money-making ventures that many people call exploitative. Tour guide Mary Millan set up Bloody Mary Haunted Museum & Tour in the building where the crime took place after Priestess Miriam of the Voodoo Spiritual Temple moved out in 2016. The fridge and stove remain in the place where they were when Addie’s body was dismembered, but there have been fake blood stains added for effect. Addie’s friend Capricho DeVellas said, “It’s pretty despicable and atrociously exploitative,” which summed up the feelings of many of their remaining friends as well as locals who didn’t know them personally. Mary said of her tour, “It’d be stupid to pretend they weren’t here. [People] are jealous they didn’t do it first.” The story of Zack and Addie is one of extreme lifestyles, mental health issues, domestic violence, and a massive natural disaster with unnatural infrastructure failures that nearly decimated the city and its inhabitants.

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The Rougarou is Gonna Get You By Emily Hingle

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on’t go too deep into the dark woods or wetlands in Cajun Country at night. You might find yourself face-to-face with a tall, terrifying, bloodthirsty creature called the rougarou. He stalks through the sugar cane fields looking for prey, tearing his victims apart, drinking their blood, and then turning them into unworldly beasts as well. Even if you don’t believe that he’s real, you may want to take precautions to stay out of his way. The story of the rougarou, also known as the loup garou, is not unique to southern Louisiana. It seemed to have traveled from France to anywhere French people settled. “Loup” is French for wolf, and “garou” comes from the Frankish word “garulf,” also meaning wolf. The menacing half-human, half-animal mythical beast appears in French lore beginning in the Renaissance period, perhaps even sooner. Naughty children or Catholics who didn’t practice Lent for seven consecutive years, might find themselves turned into one. Of course, those who didn’t believe that the loup garou is real merely said that these fables were made up to scare people into behaving. When the loup garou traveled to southern Louisiana with the Acadian people who were exiled from French Canada, its name evolved into rougarou, though you may hear him called both. It’s also been noted that he isn’t strictly a werewolf-type entity. It can shapeshift to any animal that calls the bayou home. Laura McKnight wrote about the rougarou for Houma Today, and recounted a tale that apperared “in a 1971 Louisiana Folklore Society publication, [where] the rougarou appears as a calf struck by a motorist on the highway, [and w]hen the driver got out of his vehicle, the calf had vanished, and an uninjured man, apparently a rougarou, was walking away from the spot where the creature was hit.” The mythical creature doesn’t seem to be as violent as your run-of-the-mill werewolf from the silver screen. It prefers to wreak havoc by destroying property or passing his curse onto someone else so that it will leave them. A Vermilionville informational pamphlet for children reads, “The legend says that when a person comes into contact with a loup-garou and sheds the blood of the beast, the loup-garou will then change

to its human form and reveal its secret. The victim then becomes a loup-garou for 101 days. If the victim speaks of the encounter to anyone, it becomes a loup-garou. But if he remains quiet about it, he returns to its human form and continue on with its life. In the legends, the loup-garou is said to be someone the victim knows, such as a jealous former friend.” Like many creatures of the night, it resumes its human form when the sun comes up. There are ways to protect yourself from becoming a rougarou, other than being on your best behavior. These beasts don’t seem to be the brightest beings, and they can be easily outsmarted. You need only lay 13 small objects, like coins or beans, by your doors and windows. An approaching rougarou will attempt to count the objects, but he can’t count higher than 12. He will be unable to count all of the objects, which will confound it to the point that he won’t stop trying to count them all. It will be so distracted that he won’t be able to enter your home. He’ll have to leave when the sun rises and he becomes human again. Not everyone down the bayou is convinced that the rougarou exists. They may believe, however, in the power that the legend holds over those who do believe. McKnight explains that “[t]he creature has even imbedded himself in local lingo. When Juliet Henry of Houma spends a restless night tossing and turning in her bed, she tells people, ‘I made the rougarou all night.’ Like a lot of Terrebonne and Lafourche residents, Henry grew up hearing older family members use the phrase, and now her own children ‘make the rougarou’ on sleepless nights, too. Some locals also use the word to describe a person who carouses at night, roaming in a rowdy fashion. ‘Faire loup-garou’ or ‘faire rougarou’ means to stay up late at night and run around causing a disturbance,’ according to the Louisiana Folklore Miscellany.” If you want to go out hunting for a rougarou, you can start by visiting the lifesize rougarou at the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans, which has been thrilling and chilling visitors for decades. You can also celebrate the beast at rougarou Fest in Houma in late October. The brave-at-heart enter into the gougarou costume contest. Of all of the strange things living across the south of the state, like the Grunch and the Honey Island Swamp Monster, the rougarou has got his place in our story.

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Training Talk: Coaches’ Perspective on the Evolving Game of High School Football By Celeste Turner

s the anticipation of returning to the classroom has passed, the Friday night football frenzy spreads among the high school coaches, players, and their families. The summer training has been completed, and now these athletes are stronger, faster, and ready to hit the field. But how has high school football changed over the years?

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“I started coaching in 1969,” said J.T. Curtis, Head Football Coach for John Curtis Christian School in River Ridge. “Through the years, there have been different fads in football. But the fundamentals of the game have not changed, and the fundamentals of the player have not changed.” During his long career as a high school football coach, Curtis has definitively determined that the four basic fundamental principles of football—blocking, tackling, enthusiasm, and aggressiveness of play—remain prevalent today. “The blocking and tackling fundamentals are key to success in any level of football,” said Curtis. “I think the game will change from fad to fad, like the formation, the spread offense, and wishbone, which have evolved the game of football.” Curtis gave an example of a recent trend in the spread offense called Run-Pass-Option (RPO). “It is an interesting concept and part of the business, so you adapt your scheme to meet that,” added Curtis. “But the fundamentals of the player have not changed, including the discipline, academic, spiritual, and athletic development of your player. All these attributes need to be present for the player. And players want to have these qualities in their coach.” Another interesting perspective about the transformation of the game of football was highlighted by Mark Bonis, Head Coach at Brother Martin High School on Elysian Fields, when he opined, “I think football has changed because there was an attack on the sport with the early concussion scare. There was a fear of football and a lot of misinformation about concussions in the sport. Now, we have bigger

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safety protocols to make sure the players are hydrated; concussions are checked for the athlete’s safety.” Since the aughts, there has been a growing uneasiness about the safety and long-term impact on the brain brought on by football tackles. Some local high school football players, such as the Brother Martin High School team, now use helmets with data-collecting chips to determine the intensity a blow to the head during a football game. “We have chips in our helmets,” said Bonis, who is entering his tenth year as the Crusader’s head coach. “Players who take repeated contact to the head, like offensive [linemen], defensive linemen, linebackers, and running backs wear these helmets.” According to Bonis, a few of the positive modifications in high school football are due to the efficiency of the coaches and increasing overall awareness of proper nutrition, as well as strength and conditioning. “I think to be successful in football, you must be mentally tough and physically tough,” said Bonis. “Football is a sport that you train all-year round. And there’s more concentration on eating right, watching your weight, and working out with weights. Athletes are bigger, stronger, and faster because of the year-round training model which has bled into other sports. Now, every sport wants their athlete to get into the weight room.” For Jay Roth, who had recently stepped down as the Head Football Coach for Archbishop Rummel High School, the game of football has evolved into a vehicle to reach the collegiate and professional level. “Times have changed in my 33 years as a football coach,” said Roth, who spent 24 years of his coaching career as head

coach of his alma mater, Archbishop Rummel High School. “Nowadays, the player is more sport-specific. Every kid has a dream of playing in college, and every parent has an idea that their child will go to the NFL or play college ball. Back in the day, we played for our high school and to be with our friends. These kids need to master the high school football part, achieve, and do well.” An important aspect of his high school football program during Roth’s coaching career was to know when to give the athletes time to rest. “I believe that a coach can be effective working with the players 3 days per week and, then, give the athletes time to rest and recover. A lot of times you hear that some coaches and other hired trainers are training these kids 7 days per week, and these kids are just wearing themselves out. Everyone always thinks ‘more is better.’” Widely recognized as a legendary Louisiana

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coach, Roth has been touted as the “winningest coach in the history of the New Orleans Catholic League,” with career stats of 228-62, winning nearly 79 percent of his games in the 24 seasons at Archbishop Rummel High School in Metairie. “The high school training program now develops the whole player, working on his agility, speed, and strength. Even in seventh grade, these kids are doing drills like what you see an NFL player would do. And they generally give up their second sport. Now, coaches are looking for how high can you jump, how much can you lift, and how well you play ball.” At the Crusader’s training facility in Gentilly, Bonis is a strong proponent of competition and encourages his athletes to play other sports. “I think it’s good to have a multi-sport athlete,” he said. “I would say 70-80 percent of our guys play other sports because it is better for the athlete as a sportsman, and he learns how to compete in life. I feel like to be successful in life, you

should compete and finish it.” In agreement with that sentiment, Curtis pointed out that high school athletes who crossover and play different sports generally have a better foundation and greatly benefit from skills acquired from other sports. “Specialization is a part of the evolution of football,” said Curtis, “[w]hereas, I think there are benefits to an athlete playing multiple sports, particularly when they’re young. For example, if you play basketball and tennis, you acquire skills like hand/eye movement and [the] ability to change directions quickly. Besides, you want young people to look forward to playing games.” Notably, Curtis indicated that the game of football, especially for the players, has been affected by social media. “Today, with social media, the attention to players is much more out there. What they say and what they do is put on social media, which is spread all over the world,” Curtis added. “It is a distraction for the players, so the players need to learn what they say matters and how they say it matters.” While preparing their athletes for a successful football season, more awareness for improvements in training, proper nutrition, and safety have expanded the game of football. Motivation on the field and in the weight room for these football players is an underlying theme amongst these high school coaches. Bonis shared his tough talk with the players. “My creed on the field and in the weight room is make sure you establish a sense of urgency to get it done and ask, ‘What’s your purpose?’ Control the controllable and ignore the noise. That way you always do your very best.”

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MarcStone Marc Stone has been crafting a unique mix of blues, jazz, and R&B for over 25 years. A cornerstone of the New Orleans music scene, Stone has played with musicians like Eddie Bo, Big Al Carson, and many more. After releasing his latest album, Live at Tipitina’s, Stone is bringing the groove to the Backroom at Buffa’s! Friday, October 11, 6:00 p.m., Buffa’s Bar and Restaurant, buffasbar.com Monday October 7 30/90 - Margie Perez, Nola Super Jam All Ways Lounge - Burlesque Bingo, Miss Pageant Pageant 2019 Fun Razor BMC - Lil Reed and Big Bad, Paggy Prine Buffa’s - Arsene DeLay and Charlie Wooton, Antoine Diel Bourbon O Bar - ET Jazz Quartet Cafe Negril - Noggin, Soul Project NOLA Carnaval - Margi Cates, Comic Strip Columns Hotel - Cajun with David Doucet of Beausoleil D.b.a - New Orleans Swamp Donkeys Dos Jefes - John Fohl Dragon’s Den - Monday Night Swing, DJ Ill Medina Hi-Ho Lounge - The Dirty Rain Revelers House of Blues - Jamie Lynn Vessels The Jazz Playhouse - Gerald French & the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band Kerry Irish Pub - Irish Session, Patrick Cooper Live Oak Cafe - Keith Burnstein Mahogany Jazz Hall - Joe Welnik and Gary Brown The Maison - Chicken & Waffles, Sierra Green Preservation Hall - The Jazz Masters w. Leroy Jones Snug Harbor - Charmaine Neville Band The Spotted Cat - Dominick Grillo The Starlight - New Orleans Jazz Vipers Three Muses - Monty Banks, Joe Cabral Tuesday, October 8th 30/90 - Ed Wills & Blues 4Sale All Ways Lounge -Gothicc, Last Resort BMC - Dapper Dandies, Abe Thompson and Drs. of Funk Buffa’s - Andre Bohren Cooks Classics Bourbon O Bar - The Leroy Marshall Band Cafe Negril - Diamond Dick Gorilla & the Swingin’ Vibes Carnaval - Alex Bosworth, Transiberian Nightmare Drag Show Columns Hotel - Classical Jazz with John Rankin Celebration Hall - TBC Brass Band Circle Bar - Joe Kile

d.b.a - DinosAurchestra, Treme Brass Band Dmac’s Bar & Grill - Jillian Kay Music Dos Jefes - The Mark Coleman Trio Dragon’s Den - Poor Boy Krill and the Bottom Dwellers Hi Ho Lounge - David Boge Big Band House of Blues - Braun/Wood Duo Howlin’ Wolf - Comedy Beast The Jazz Playhouse - The James Rivers Movement Kermit’s Treme Mother-in-Law Lounge - Yoshitaka “72” Mahogany Jazz Hall - Monty Banks The Maison - Gene’s Music Machine Mid-City Lanes Rock ‘n’ Bowl - Band of Gold NOPSI Hotel - Shawana & the wonton Old Arabi Bar - Vic Papa One Eyed Jacks - Frankie & Witch Fingers Preservation Hall - The Preservation Legacy Band Ralph’s On the Park - Jeff Pounds Snug Harbor - Stanton Moore Trio The Spotted Cat - Smokin’ Time Jazz Club The Starlight - Blues Alias & the Lemons Three Muses - Leslie Martin, Hot Club of New Orleans Vaso - Bobby Love & Friends Wednesday, October 9th 3 Keys - Think Less Hear More: Matrix Reloaded 30/90 - Big Mike and the R&B Kings All Ways Lounge - ESOTEROTICA, Guitar is Dead Apple Barrel - Big Soul BMC - R&R smokin’ Foundation, Keva Holiday Soul Buffa’s - World’s Most Open Mic Black Duck Bar - The Rum Runners Bombay Club - Tom Worrel Cafe Negril - Luscious Duchess Carnaval - Live Jazz Group Columns Hotel - Folk/Indie/Variety Circle Bar - The Iguanas D.b.a - Brother Tyrone & the Roadmasters Dos Jefes - The Gerald French Band

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Be sure to check out our new interactive concert calendar at WhereYat.com! Dragon’s Den - DJ T-Roy The Fillmore - Judah & the Lion House of Blues - Jeremy Joyce Hi-Ho Lounge - Mainline Howlin’ Wolf - Anne Elise HastingsThe Jazz Playhouse Big Sam’s Crescent City Connection Le Bon Temps Roule - The Soul Rebels Mahogany Jazz Hall - New Orleans Ragweeds The Maison - Jason Neville & The Funky Soul Band Mid-City Rock ‘n’ Bowl - Creole String Beans Old Arabi Bar - Claude Hitt Band Old Point Bar - Gypsy Smoke One Eyed Jacks - The Suffers with Dylan LeBlanc Preservation Hall - The Preservation Legacy Band Ralph’s On the Park - Sandy Hinderlie Rib Room at the Omni Royal Orleans - Alan Bailey Sidney’s Saloon - Blue Tang People Snug Harbor - Leon “Kid Chocolate” Brown The Spotted Cat - Antoine Diel The Starlight - Davis Rogan Piano Three Muses - Tom McDermott, Arsene DeLay

House of Blues - Bone Thugs-N-Harmony The Howlin’ Wolf - Sierra Green & the Soul Machine The Jazz Playhouse - Shannon Powell Jazz Quartet Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Live Oak Cafe - Katarina Boudreaux’s Family Band Jam Mahogany Jazz Hall - Les Getrex, Lips & The Trips Mid-City Rock ‘n’ Bowl - Neutral Snap The Maison - Sidewalk Swing, Gregory Agid Quartet, Gene’s Music Machine NOPSI Hotel - Shawana & the Wonton Old Arabi Bar - Open Mic with Mike Darby Preservation Hall - The Preservation All Stars with Shannon Powell Ralph’s On the Park - Charlie Miller Snug Harbor - Ellis Marsalis Quintet The Spotted Cat - Washboard Chaz Trio The Starlight - Anuraag Pendyal, Steve Detroy, Paris Achenbach, Tim Higgins, Plus Aziz Three Muses - Keith Burnstein, Mia Borders Trinity Episcopal Church - Albinas Prizgintas Vaso - Bobby Love & Friends

Thursday, October 10th 3 Keys - The Night Janitor 30/90 - Andy J Forest, Dat Band, Dj Fresh All Ways Lounge - Van Ella Bordella, Notice me Senpai, Blue Moon Circus BMC - New Orleans Johnnys, Jason Neville FunkySoul Band Buffa’s - Tom Mcdermott and Aurora Nealand Bourbon O Bar - Shynola Jazz Band Cafe Negril - Sierra Greene & the Soul Machine Carnaval - Tom Legget Band Circle Bar - Dark Lounge ft Rik Slave Columns Hotel - Folk/Indie/Variety D.b.a - Charlie Wooton ft Arsene Delay Dos Jefes - Trolsen & Trapper Dragon’s Den - Crescent Fresh Stand-up, Lady’s Night w/ Dj Jess House of Blues - Steve Lacy The Jazz Playhouse - Brass-A-Holics Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Live Oak Cafe - Katarina Boudreaux’s Family Band Jam Mahogany Jazz Hall - Les Getrex, Lips & The Trips Mid-City Rock ‘n’ Bowl - Geno Delafose The Maison - Sidewalk Swing, Gregory Agid Quartet NOPSI Hotel - Shawana & the Wonton Ogden Museum of Southern Art - Soul Brass Band Old Arabi Bar - Open Mic with Mike Darby Preservation Hall - The Preservation All Stars Ralph’s On the Park - Charlie Miller Snug Harbor - Stanton Moore Trio The Spotted Cat - Jumbo Shrimp, Miss Sophie Lee Band The Starlight - Shawn Williams, Matt Hill Three Muses - Keith Burnstein, Mia Borders Trinity Episcopal Church - Albinas Prizgintas Tipitina’s - Joseph, Thad Vaso - Bobby Love & Friends

Saturday October 12th 3 Keys - Big Easy Brawlers 30/90 - MOFONGO! Latin Band, Raw Deal All Ways Lounge - Lost Boys, Local Uproar!, Sexy?! BMC - Fleurtations, KB Bonus Buffa’s - Freddie Blue and the Friendship Circle, Greg Schatz Bombay Club - Kass and John Autin Duo Café Negril - Colin Davis & the Night People, Soul Project NOLA Carnaval - Hal Mayfield and Velvet Cowboys Circle Bar - Biscuithound, Metaquirk, Montague D.b.a - Rebirth Brass Band Dos Jefes - Sunpie and the La. Sunspots Dragon’s Den - Mahmoud Chouki, Talk Nerdy to me The Fillmore - Griz House of Blues - Dean Lewis The Howlin’ Wolf - Doug Stanhope The Jazz Playhouse - The Nayo Jones Experience Kerry Irish Pub - Beth Patterson, Will Dickerson Mahogany Jazz Hall - Monty Banks, New Orleans Ragweeds Mid-City Rock ‘n’ Bowl - Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers Republic - Bleep Bloop Snug Harbor - Joanne Brackeen Quintet The Spotted Cat - Panorama Jazz Band The Starlight - Bad Penny Pleasuremakers Three Muses - Leslie Martin, Schatzy Tulane University Dixon Hall - Gregory Agid

Friday, October 11th 3 Keys - 1Social Presents the Living Room Experience 30/90 - Dj Trill Skill, Soul Project All Ways Lounge - Queen Mountain, Bayou Blues Burlesque, Lost Boys, “the Graduates” Banks St. Bar - Cosmicana ft. Anne Elise Hastings BMC - Tempted, Moments of Truth Buffa’s - Marc Stone and HG Breland Bourbon O Bar - Doyle Cooper Jazz Band Cafe Negril - Dana Abbott Band, Higher Heights Carnaval - Arsene DeLay, Shoulders, Okay Crawdad Circle Bar - Natalie Mae and Friends, Helen Gillet Columns Hotel - Folk/Indie/Variety D.b.a - 101 Runners Dos Jefes - Tom Fitzpatrick and the Turning Point Dragon’s Den - Comedy, F*ck Yeah Ellis Marsalis Center for Music - Little Freddie King Hi Ho Lounge - Larry Sieberth and Brad Walker

Sunday October 13th 30/90 - Carolyn Broussard, T’Canaille All Ways Lounge - Swingin’ Sundays, Cycle 10 Reunion BMC - Retrospex, Moments of Truth Buffa’s - Steve Pistorious Jazz Quartet Bourbon O Bar - Dan Ruch Quartet Cafe Negril - Vegas Cola Carnaval - Johnny Mastro & Mama’s Boys Circle Bar - Micah Mckee and Friends, Blind Texas Marlin Columns Hotel - Jazz Brunch w/ Chip Wilson D.b.a - The Palmetto Bug Stompers Dos Jefes - Michael Liuzza & Co. Dragon’s Den - Open Jam Session w/ Anuraag Pendyal Ellis Marsalis Center for Music - Little Freddie King The Fillmore - Sublime w/ Rome House of Blues - Andy Grammer The Howlin’ Wolf - Hot 8 Brass Band The Jazz Playhouse - Germaine Bazzle Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Live Oak Cafe - Katarina Boudreaux’s Family Band Jam Mahogany Jazz Hall - Les Getrex, Lips & The Trips The Maison - Sidewalk Swing, Gregory Agid Quartet, Gene’s Music Machine NOPSI Hotel - Shawana & the Wonton Old Arabi Bar - Open Mic with Mike Darby

The Fillmore - Tenacious D Ellis Marsalis Center for Music - Little Freddie King Hi Ho Lounge - Steve Walch and Sonic Frontier House of Blues - Shawan Rice The Jazz Playhouse - The James Rivers Movement Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Live Oak Cafe - Katarina Boudreaux’s Family Band Jam Mahogany Jazz Hall - Les Getrex, Lips & The Trips Mid-City Rock ‘n’ Bowl - Latin Night The Maison - Sidewalk Swing, Gregory Agid Quartet, Gene’s Music Machine NOPSI Hotel - Shawana & the Wonton Old Arabi Bar - Open Mic with Mike Darby Preservation Hall - The Preservation Legacy Band w/ Wendell Brunious Ralph’s On the Park - Charlie Miller Snug Harbor - Stanton Moore Trio The Spotted Cat - Smokin’ Time Jazz Band The Starlight - Anuraag Pendyal, Steve Detroy, Paris Achenbach, Tim Higgins, Plus Aziz Three Muses - Keith Burnstein, Mia Borders Trinity Episcopal Church - Albinas Prizgintas Vaso - Bobby Love & Friends

Preservation Hall - The Preservation All Stars Ralph’s On the Park - Charlie Miller Snug Harbor - Jason Marsalis & BGQ Exploration The Spotted Cat - Pat Casey & the New Sound The Starlight - Starlight Sessions Jazz Jam Three Muses - Keith Burnstein, Mia Borders Trinity Episcopal Church - Albinas Prizgintas Vaso - Bobby Love & Friends Monday October 14th 30/90 - The Dapper Dandies, NOLA Super jam All Ways Lounge - Burlesque Bingo, 100% That Witch BMC - Lil Red and Big Bad, Paggy Prine and Southern Soul Buffa’s - Arsene Delay and Charlie Wooton, Antoine Diel Bourbon O Bar - ET Jazz Quartet Cafe Negril - Noggin, Soul Project NOLA Carnaval - The Whyo’s, Comic Strip Columns Hotel - Cajun w/ David Doucet of Beausoleil D.b.a - New Orleans Swamp Donkeys Dos Jefes - John Fohl Dragon’s Den - Monday Night Swing, Dj Ill Medina Ellis Marsalis Center for Music - Little Freddie King House of Blues - Jamie Lynn Vessels The Jazz Playhouse - Gerald French Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Live Oak Cafe - Katarina Boudreaux’s Family Band Jam Mahogany Jazz Hall - Les Getrex, Lips & The Trips Mid-City Rock ‘n’ Bowl - NOLA Swing Dance Connection The Maison - Sidewalk Swing, Gregory Agid Quartet, Gene’s Music Machine NOPSI Hotel - Shawana & the Wonton Old Arabi Bar - Open Mic with Mike Darby Preservation Hall - The Preservation Legacy Band with Wendell Brunious Ralph’s On the Park - Charlie Miller Snug Harbor - Charmaine Neville Band The Spotted Cat - Royal Street Winding Boys The Starlight - New Orleans Jazz Vipers Three Muses - Keith Burnstein, Mia Borders Trinity Episcopal Church - Albinas Prizgintas Vaso - Bobby Love & Friends

TenaciousD A rock band in the purest sense, Tenacious D, made up by Jack Black and Kyle Gass call themselves “the Greatest Band in History.” They started playing for themselves in their Los Angeles apartment, but found that they might have something. Tuesday, October 15, 7:00 p.m., Fillmore, FillmoreNola.com Tuesday October 15th 30/90 - The Set-Up Kings, In Business All Ways Lounge - Democratic debates, Seance, FlamBOYant BMC - Dapper Dandies, Abe Thompson and Drs. of Funk Buffa’s - Treme Tuesday w/ Davis Rogan

Bourbon O Bar - The Leroy Cafe Negril - Diamond Dick Gorilla & the Swingin’ Vibes Carnaval - Meryl Zimmerman & Kris Tokarsi Columns Hotel - John Fohl and John Rankin D.b.a - DinosAurchestra, Treme Brass Band Dos Jefes - The Mark Coleman Trio Dragon’s Den - Poor Boy Krill & the Bottom Dwellers

Wednesday October 16th 3 Keys - Shape of Jazz to Come 30/90 - Justin Donovan, Colin Davis & the Night People All Ways Lounge - Democratic debates, Blues Night BMC - R&R Smokin’ Foundation, Keva Holiday Soul Buffa’s - World’s Most Open Mic Bourbon O Bar - The Leroy Marshall Band Cafe Negril - Luscious Duchess Carnaval - Shawn Williams and Dana Abbott Circle Bar - The Iguanas Columns Hotel - Folk/Indie/Variety D.b.a - Brother Tyrone and the Roadmasters Dos Jefes - Ashley Beach & Sam Tepper Dragon’s Den - World Vybz Wednesdays ft. DJ FTK The Fillmore - BANKS Ellis Marsalis Center for Music - Little Freddie King Hi Ho Lounge - Borderline House of Blues - Maxo Kream

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3 Keys - La Noche Caliente w/ Muevelo 30/90 - DJ Torch, Soul Project All Ways Lounge - Local Uproar!, Arial Wedding, “Dirty Dime Peepshow” BMC - Lil Red & Big Bad, Miles Casella Buffa’s - Tchopsley, Keith Burnstein Bourbon O Bar - Marty Peters and the Party Meter’s Cafe Negril - Soul Brass Band Carnaval - Ismonic with Ozys Circle Bar - Suplecs +DiNOLA D.b.a - Tuba Skinny, Soul Rebels Dos Jefes - The Wendell Brunious Band The Fillmore - Xambassadors Hi-Ho Lounge - Lil Jodeci House of Blues - Steel Purse + Tribal Seeds + New Kingston +Tropidelic The Jazz Playhouse - Nayo Jones Mahogany Jazz Hall - Kim Turk, Tony Seville The Maison - Chance Bushman & the Ibervillianaires, Preservation Hall - The Preservation All Stars Republic - Emo Night 2 Year Anniversary Snug Harbor - Cyrille Aimee Septet The Spotted Cat - Panorama Jazz Band, Jumbo Shrimp The Starlight - Weston Sprio, Asher Danzinger Band + Duke Aeroplane Band Three Muses - Shotgun Jazz Band Tipitina’s - Mt. Joy and Susto

Krewella Are you looking for some fun after Voodoo? Head to the Metropolitan for Fright Night, Saturday, October 26th! Best known for their hits “Alive” and “Come and Get It,” superstar EDM duo Krewella will headline this all-night party. Fright Night also features three rooms of music if you want to move around. Don’t change out of your costume, because there’s also a $1000 costume contest! Saturday, October 26, 9:00 p.m., The Metropolitan, themetronola.com The Jazz Playhouse - Big Sam’s Crescent City Connection Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Live Oak Cafe - Katarina Boudreaux’s Family Band Jam Mahogany Jazz Hall - Les Getrex, Lips & The Trips Mid-City Rock ‘n’ Bowl - The Yat Pack The Maison - Sidewalk Swing, Gregory Agid Quartet, Gene’s Music Machine NOPSI Hotel - Shawana & the Wonton Old Arabi Bar - Open Mic with Mike Darby Preservation Hall - The Preservation All Stars with Charlie Gabriel Ralph’s On the Park - Charlie Miller Republic - Danny Brown Snug Harbor - Ashlin Parker’s Tulane Jazz Collective The Spotted Cat - Shotgun Jazz Band Three Muses - Keith Burnstein, Mia Borders Trinity Episcopal Church - Albinas Prizgintas Vaso - Bobby Love & Friends Thursday October 17 3 Keys - Sails ‘n’ Watson 30/90 - Burris, Dj Fresh All Ways Lounge - Van Ella Bordella, Untitled Drag Show BMC - Big Mike and R&B Kings, Natalie Cris Band Buffa’s - Tom McDermott and Michael Skinkus Bombay Club - John G Autin Bourbon O Bar - Shynola Jazz Band Café Negril - Sierra Green & the Soul Machine Carnaval - Mark Rubin & Friends, Josh Benitez Band Columns Hotel - Folk/Indie/Variety Circle Bar - Dark Lounge ft Rik Slave D.b.a - Alexis & the Samurai Dos Jefes - The Michael Mason Trio The Fillmore - Dwight Yoakam HiHo Lounge - John paul Carmody, Simplistic with Anthony Coleman House of Blues - Gin Blossoms The Jazz Playhouse - Brass-A-Holics Le Bon Temps Roulé - The Soul Rebels Life Oak Café - Shawn Williams Mahogany Jazz Hall - Tony Seville, New Orleans Ragweeds Mid-City Rock ‘n’ Bowl - Chubby Carrier The Maison - Good For Nothin’ Band, Royal Street Winding Boys, Dysfunktional Bone Ogden Museum of Southern Art - Dara Tucker

Old Point Bar - Marshfire Portside Lounge - The Hacks Sidney's Saloon - Blue Tang People The Spotted Cat - Sal Geloso Trio, Miss Sophie Lee, The Starlight - Hot Jazz Jam, Tuba Skinny Three Muses - Tom McDermott, Mia Borders Tipitina’s - Homegrown Night w/ Notel Motel, MC Friday October 18 3 Keys - Nikki Hill, DJ Kemistry 30/90 - Dj Dot Dunnie, MB3 All Ways Lounge - Loleezbo Live!, Bayou Blues, Grand Clown Production, Back to Sunnydale BMC - Jason Neville Band, FunkySoul Band Buffa’s - Calvin Johnson and Native Son, Cole Williams Bourbon O Bar - Doyle Cooper Jazz Band Cafe Negril - Dana Abbott Band, Higher Heights Carnaval - Oxenphree, Twin Lovers Circle Bar - Natalie Mae and Friends, Helen Gillet Columns Hotel - Folk/Indie/Variety D.b.a - Smoking Time Jazz Club Dos Jefes - Vivaz! Ellis Marsalis Center for Music - Little Freddie King Hi Ho Lounge - Larry Sieberth and Brad Walker House of Blues - Insane Clown Posse The Jazz Playhouse - Sierra Green & the Soul Machine Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Live Oak Cafe - Katarina Boudreaux’s Family Band Jam Mahogany Jazz Hall - Les Getrex, Lips & The Trips The Maison - Sidewalk Swing, Gregory Agid Quartet, Gene’s Music Machine NOPSI Hotel - Shawana & the Wonton Old Arabi Bar - Open Mic with Mike Darby Preservation Hall - The Preservation Legacy Band with Wendell Brunious Ralph’s On the Park - Charlie Miller Republic - Figure, Dr. Ozi & Phiso Snug Harbor - Cyrille Aimee Septet The Spotted Cat - Cottonmouth Kings, Shake’em up The Starlight - Sean Riley Three Muses - Keith Burnstein, Mia Borders Tipitina’s - Givers, Sweet Crude Trinity Episcopal Church - Albinas Prizgintas Vaso - Bobby Love & Friends Saturday October 19

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Sunday October 20 30/90 - Chris Klein & the BLVDS All Ways Lounge - The Hummingbirds, Loleezbo Live!, Swingin’ Sundays BMC - Retrospex, Moments of Truth Buffa’s - Steve Pistorius Jazz Quartet Bourbon O Bar - Dan Ruch Quartet Cafe Negril - Vegas Cola Carnaval - Pfister Sisters, Cut Throat Freak Show Circle Bar - Micah McKee & Friends, Blind Texas Marlin Columns Hotel - Sunday Jazz Brunch with Chip Wilson D.b.a - The Palmetto Bug Stompers, Keith Stonee Dos Jefes - Peter Nu House of Blues - Gospel Brunch, BADFLOWER, The Jazz Playhouse - Germaine Bazzle Jazz Quartet Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Mahogany Jazz Hall - Gary Brown, Les Getrex The Maison - Higher Heights, NOLA Jitterbugs Jazz Band, Orange Kellin Deluxe Orchestra, NOPSI Hotel - Sidewalk Swing Jazz Band Preservation Hall - The Preservation All Stars Snug Harbor - Kris Tokarski The Spotted Cat - Pat Casey and the New Sound The Starlight - Rose Cangelosi, Gabrille Cavassa Three Muses - Raphael et Pascal, The Clementines Monday October 21 30/90 - NOLA Super Jam All Ways Lounge - Burlesque Bingo, The Showgirl Adventures of Sabrina BMC - Lil Red & Big Bad, Paggy Prine & Southern Soul Buffa’s - Arsene Delay & Charlie Wooton, Antoine Diel Bourbon O Bar - ET Jazz Quarter Cafe Negril - Soul Project NOLA Carnaval - Dick Johnson Band, Comic Strip Circle Bar - The Swamp Blossoms Columns Hotel - Cajun with David Doucet of Beausoleil D.b.a - John Boutte Dos Jefes - John Fohl Hi Ho Lounge - Bluegrass Pickin’ Party w/Tucker Baker, Victoria Coy and more House of Blues - Yung Gravy The Jazz Playhouse - Gerald French and the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band Kerry Irish Pub Mahogany Jazz Hall - Gary Brown, Tony Seville The Maison NOPSI Hotel - Dj Marcus Lott Preservation Hall - Joe Lastie’s New Orleans Sound, Preservation All Stars with Charlie Gabriel Snug Harbor - Charmaine Neville Band The Spotted Cat - Dominick Grillo The Starlight - Lulu and The Broadsidies Three Muses - Monty Banks Tuesday October 22 30/90 - Ed Wills & Blues 4Sale

All Ways Lounge - Nola Dukes Band BMC - Dapper Dandies, Ab Thompson and Drs. Of Funk Bourbon O Bar - Leroy Marshall Cafe Negril - Diamond Dick Gorilla & the Swingin’ Vibes Carnaval - Transiberian Nightmare Drag Show Circle Bar - Joe Kile Columns Hotel - Classical Jazz with John Rankin D.b.a - Dinosaurchestra, Treme Brass Band Dos Jefes - The Mark Coleman Trio Hi Ho Lounge - Guitar is Dead House of Blues - Yung Gravy The Jazz Playhouse - James Rivers Movement Mahogany Jazz Hall - Monty Banks NOPSI Hotel - Shawana and the Wonton Preservation Hall - The Preservation All Stars Snug Harbor - Stanton Moore Trio The Spotted Cat - Meschiya Lake and The Little Big Horns The Starlight - Menage a Trois, Brewster Three Muses - Sam Cammarata, Neva Wright Tipitina’s - Nahko and Medicine For the People Vaso - Bobby Love and Friends Wednesday October 23 30/90 - Big Mike & the R&B Kings All Ways Lounge - LET’S ART, ESOTEROTICA BMC - R&R Smokin’ Foundation, Keva Holiday Soul Buffa’s - World’s Most Open Mic Bourbon O Bar - Leroy Marshall Cafe Negril - John Lisi and Delta Funk, Luscious Duchess Carnaval - King Serpent, Green Gasoline Circle Bar - The Iguanas Columns Hotel - Folk/Indie/Variety D.b.a - Tin Men, Brother Tyrone and the Roadmasters Dos Jefes - The Gerald French Trio Hi Ho Lounge - MainLine House of Blues - JET LOUNGE The Jazz Playhouse - Big Sam’s Crescent City Connection Mahogany Jazz Hall - Monty Banks The Maison - New Orleans Jazz Vipers, Jason Neeville NOPSI Hotel - Amanda Ducorbier Preservation Hall - The Preservation All Stars Snug Harbor - Uptown Jazz Orchestra The Spotted Cat - Shotgun Jazz Band, Antoine Diel and the New Orleans Misfit Power The Starlight - Davis Rogan, Hot Jazz Jam Three Muses - Leslie Martin, Joy and Matt Thursday October 24 3 Keys - Gladney 30/90 - DJ Trill Skill All Ways Lounge - Van Ella Bordella BMC - Big Mike and R&B Kings, Natalie Cris Band Buffa’s - Tom McDerrmott and Aurora Neeland Bourbon O Bar - Shynola Jazz Cafe Negril - Sierra Green and the Soul Machine Carnaval - New Orleans Klezmer All Stars Circle Bar - Dark Lounge with Rik Slave Columns Hotel - Folk/Indie/Variety D.b.a - Little Freddie King Dos Jefes - Guitar Summit w/ Vic Shepherd Hi Ho Lounge - John Paul Carmody House of Blues - Italian Night The Jazz Playhouse - Brass-a-holics Mahogany Jazz Hall - New Orleans Ragweeds Ogden Museum of Southern Art - Laurence Sieberth, Dickie Landry The Maison - Good For Nothin’ Band, Dysfunktional Bone Preservation Hall - Gregg Stafford, Lucien Barbarin Snug Harbor - Dave Stryker Quartet The Spotted Cat - Sal Geloso Trio, Miss Sophie Lee The Starlight - Dave Shepherd, Anna Laura Quinn Three Muses - Tom McDermott, Arsene DeLay Friday October 25 30/90 - DJ Dot Dunnie All Ways Lounge - Bayou Blues, Dede Onassis BMC - Jason Neville Band, FunkySoul Band Buffa’s - Soul O’ Sam, Eileen Dennis Bourbon O Bar - Doyle Cooper Jazz Band Cafe Negril - Dana Abbott Band, Higher Heights Carnaval - Tiny Dinosaur & the Gravity Wells Circle Bar - Natalie Mae & friends

Dos Jefe’s - Javier Gutierrez Dragon’s Den - Open Jam with Anuraag Pendyal, DJ Kidd House of Blues - Sean Riley Howlin’ Wolf - Hot 8 Brass Band The Jazz Playhouse - Germaine Bazzle Kerry Irish Pub - Patrick Cooper Mahogany Jazz Hall - Les Getrex, Gary Brown The Maison - Royal Street Winding Boys, Higher Heights NOPSI Hotel - Sidewalk Swing Jazz Band Old Point Bar - Romy Kaye and Jeanne Marie Harris One Eyed Jack’s - Marina Orchestra Preservation Hall - The Preservation Legacy Band with Will Smith Snug Harbor - Jason Marsalis Trip Excursion The Spotted Cat - Pat Casey & The New Sound The Starlight - Gabrielle Cavassa, Starlight Sessions Three Muses - Raphael et Pascal, The Clementines Tipitina’s - Fais Do Do w/ Bruce Daigrepont Cajun Band

Columns Hotel - Folk/Indie/Variety D.b.a - The Russell Welch Hot Quartet, Hot Club of New Orleans, Dos Jefes - Sunpie & the La. Sunspots House of Blues - Zoe K The Jazz Playhouse - Shannon Powell Jazz Quartet Mahogany Jazz Hall - Louise Cappi, Tony Seville The Maison - Royal Street Winding Boys, Mannie Fresh NOPSI Hotel - Funk n Boogie at Above the Grid Preservation Hall - The Preservation Legacy Band Republic - Peekaboo Snug Harbor - Astral Project The Spotted Cat - Washboard Chaz Trio, Soul Brass The Starlight - Greg Schatz Duo with Alex McM Three Muses - Matt Johnson, Doro Wat Tipitina’s - Elementals ft Erica Falls, Chali 2na and Lyrics Vaso - Bobby Love and Friends Saturday, October 26 30/90 - DJ Torch, Big Easy Brawlers Buffa’s - Luna Mora, Marina Orchestra Bombay Club - Kass and John Autin Duo BMC - Jam Brass Band, On Point Band Carnaval - Alex McMurray Cafe Negril - Jamey St.Pierre and The Honeycreepers Circle Bar - DJs Matty and Kristen D.b.a. - Hot 8 Brass Band Dos Jefes - The Afrodisiacs Jazz Dragon’s Den - Mahmoud Chouki Hi Ho Lounge - Lil Jodeci House of Blues - Baby Boy Bartels & the Boys The Jazz Playhouse - Crescent by Choice Live Oak Cafe - The Aaron Walker Three Mahogany Jazz Hall - Tony Seville, Kim Turk The Maison - Brass-A-Holics, Smokin’ on Some Brass Mid-City Lanes Rock ‘n’ Roll - The Boogie Men Old Arabi Bar - Gregg Hill & The Arrolls Old Point Bar - Tin Star One Eyed Jacks - Melvins + Redd Kross & more Peaches Records - The Soul Rebels Portside Lounge - Slickback Jaques + Cicada

TheChainsmokers This Grammy Award-wining duo brings their talent to New Orleans October 29th at the Smoothie King Center. The band will be opened by Lenno Stella, who is a rising star in the Pop scene. This is the latest stop in their “World War Joy” tour throughout the States. Their latest single “Who Do You Love” is available now. Tuesday, October 29, 2019, 9:00 p.m., The Smoothie King Center, smoothiekingcenter.com Preservation Hall - The Preservation All Stars Snug Harbor - The Organic Trio The Spotted Cat - Dominick Grillo The Starlight - Shawan Rice, Gal Holiday The Maison - Dj Dizzi Three Muses - Debbie Davis, Doro Wat Tipitina’s - Lucero w/ Vandoliers Sunday, October 27

30/90 - Carolyn Broussard, T’Canaille AllWays Lounge - Little Coquette Jazz Band BMC - Retrospex, Moments of Truth Buffa’s - Some Like it Hotm, Mark St. Cyr Jazz Band Bombay Club - Jordan Anderson Carnaval - Arsene DeLay’s Birthday Bash Cafe Negril - Ecrib Muller’s Twisted Dixie Circle Bar - Dick Deluxe, Micah McKee and friends D.b.a - The Palmetto Bug Stompers, Lightnin’ Malcom

Monday, October 28 30/90 - The Dapper Dandies, New Orleans Super Jam BMC - Lil Red & Big Bad, Paggy Prine & Southern Soul Buffa’s - Arsene DeLay and Charlie Wooton, Antoine Diel Carnaval - Margie Perez and Sunny Duval Cafe Negril - Noggin, Soul Project NOLA D.b.a. - John Boutte Dos Jefes - John Fohl Dragon’s Den - DJ Ill Medina Hi Ho Lounge - Bluegrass Pickin’ Party w/ Mark Andrews, Glitterfox and more House of Blues - Jamie Lynn Vessels The Jazz Playhouse - Gerald French and the Original Mahogany Jazz Hall - Tony Seville, Gary Brown The Maison - Aurora Nealand & The Royal Roses, Sierra Green & The Soul Machine Mid-City Lanes Rock ‘n’ Bowl - DJ Twiggs Preservation Hall - The Preservation All Stars Snug Harbor - Charmaine Neville Band The Spotted Cat - Dominick Grillo The Starlight - Poor Boy Krill & The Bottom Dwellers Three Muses - Bart Ramsey

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Lakeside2Riverside U P C O M I N G F E S T I VA L S & E V E N T S

Scout Island Scream Park 1034 Harrison Ave. Through Nov. 2 scoutislandscreampark.com Something wicked is coming this way. Get a good scare at the Scout Island Scream Park! With seven fright zones and four interactive attractions, this scream park taps into every fear. Enjoy live music, food, and drink at the Kraken Pirate Pub and Music Hall or a carnival thrill ride. Don’t worry: There’s a scare-free kids zone for the kids (or if you’re too scared)! Check their website for all dates and times.

Scout Island through Nov. 2

All Saints Soiree Oct. 19

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Domcon Astor Crowne Plaza October 10-13 www.domcon.com The 13th annual Domcon will be hosted at the Astor Crowne Plaza at 8 A.M on Oct. 10th through 13th at 6 P.M. Tickets are available at the door. This festival helps foster a community of BDSM as an open part of the Adult Alternative Lifestyle. Experienced players and newbies can learn new safeties, play techniques and watch performances to broaden their pain-play horizons. The hosts of the Kinky AF Podcast said they “had so much fun” during the 2018 Domcon. All Saints Soiree Save the Cemeteries Fundraiser 301 N. Claiborne Ave Saturday, October 19 saveourcemeteries.org Bring your heartbeat and party shoes to the All Saints Soiree at the beautiful and historic Metairie Cemetery on October 19th at 7:00 P.M. The once racetrack became a cemetery in 1872, and on October 19th it’ll shed its skin once more to house a musical performance from the Truffle Honeys accompanied by local vendors selling art and provisions. All proceeds will go to the Save Our Cemeteries Foundation’s effort to preserve, promote, and protect the unique and historical cemeteries of New Orleans. Boomtown Casino Costume Contest Boomtown Casino, Harvey, LA Saturday, October 26 boomtownneworleans.com On October 26th, dress in your most spooktacular Halloween outfits and head down to Boomtown Casinos for their annual Halloween costume contest! Enjoy music from the Gatsby’s Party DJs. There’s a $5 cover, but, if you enter the competition, and you might win a $1,500 cash prize! Doors open at 8 p.m., and costume contest registration is from 8-9:30 p.m. Grab some grub before the fun starts at one of Boomtown’s many restaurants, like Pier 4.

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Kenner Wine & Food Event Oct.10 | Chateau Golf and Country Club https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-kennerwine-food-event-tickets-51529294507 This festival, taking place at the Chateau Golf & Country Club, celebrates wine with a variety of different wine and food vendors. There will also be live music featuring New Orleans’ own Groovy 7. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Fore the Kids Foundation. Festivals Acadiens et Créoles Oct. 11-13 | Girard Park, Lafayette festivalsacadiens.com At the Festivals Acadiens et Creoles, Louisiana folk music abounds. The sounds of Cajun, zydeco, and swamp pop fill Girard Park in Lafayette to bursting with music. Attendees can also enjoy arts and crafts and sample food, such as sliced pies, from vendors around the park. Tour des Atakapas Race Oct. 12 | Girard Park, Lafayette latrail.org/tourdesatakapas A jointly coordinated project between TRAIL and Festivals Acadiens et Créoles, The Tour des Atakapas race takes place during the Festivals Acadiens et Creoles to raise funds for Lafayette’s parks and recreational facilities. Runners can choose among 3-, 5-, or 7-mile races or run-paddle-run races with boats.

the best gumbo chef will be decided in a cooking contest. In addition, young women will compete for the crown of Miss Gumbo 2019. Louisiana Gumbo Festival of Chackbay Oct. 11-13 | Chackbay Festival Grounds, Chackbay Lagumbofest.com The gumbo capital of Louisiana is hosting its 48th annual festival. The proceeds of the festival support the Chackbay Volunteer Fire Department, making attendees feel good about their purchase. This year’s gumbo fest features live music, amusement rides, a parade, and some of the state’s best gumbo. Gentilly Fest Oct. 11-13 | Pontchartrain Park gentillyfest.com Gentilly Fest is a local favorite. Enjoy live music and New Orleans favorites such as snowballs, poboys, bread pudding, and more. It also features New Orleans Bound Royalty: Choppa Style, Cheeky Blakk, and DJ Jubilee. Proceeds go to the local police and fire departments and other businesses. NOLA Mac N Cheese Fest Oct. 12 | Louis Armstrong Park nolamacncheesefest.com If you’re up to the challenge, venture out to Louis Armstrong Park for the 3rd annual Mac

Louisiana Cattle Festival and Fair Oct. 10-13 | Downtown Abbeville https://louisianacattlefestival.org Held every second weekend in October, this festival includes a livestock show, cooking contests, fair rides, a parade, and the crowning of the 2018 Cattle Queen. Featuring a Fais Doo Doo to celebrate Cajun culture, you can also enjoy music, food, fun, and cattle until the cows come home.

N Cheese Fest. There will be tons of different mac and cheese dishes from over a dozen local businesses. There will be live bands, a play area for the kids, and even contests!

this two-day festival, performances will include songs written by talented amateurs and charttopping songwriters alike. Enter your own original song online for a chance to win a prize!

New Iberia World Championship Gumbo Cookoff Oct. 12-13 | Bouligny Plaza iberiatravel.com/events/worldchampionship-gumbo-cookoff “Lights, Cameras, GUMBO”! New Iberia Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary this October with its annual Gumbo Cookoff. Festival activities, for the adventurous and conservative alike, include a Rioux Run, Youth Gumbo Cookoff, Meanest Beans Competition, and live music. Kids’ activities to make this a family friendly event, too!

Praise Fest Oct. 18-20 | Bayou St. John praisefestnola.com This festival was created in order to provide a meeting point for a weekend of Gospel music. The festival boasts more than 5000 visitors over the course of the three day festival. If you’re for Gospel music with a little soul food and family fun on the side, this is the place to be.

New Orleans Film Festival Oct. 16-23 | Multiple Locations neworleansfilmfestival.org/ If you’re a movie buff who wants the chance to view a film before the general public, then this festival is for you. The New Orleans Film Festival is home to some truly great films for those interested. The lineup includes narrative, animated, and documentary shorts, as well as music videos and Louisiana features. Andouille Festival Oct. 18-20 | St. John Community Center Andouillefestival.com The 46th annual Andouille Festival is sure to be fun-filled and the high point of anyone’s visit to New Orleans. If your feeling up for it, this year’s festivities include cooking demos, a 5K run, an art tent for the kids, and a gospel tent on Sunday.

Voice of the Wetlands Festival Oct. 11-13 | 5407 West Park Ave., Houma voiceofthewetlands.org/vow-festival Celebrate the 16th Voice of the Wetlands Festival in Houma by enjoying a tasty cajun dish while soaking in three days of concerts. The festival also features Authentic Cajun Cuisine, Art Market, Kids Area, Late Night Jams, and RV and Tent Camping. Proceeds will go to various environmental and cultural charities. Bridge City Gumbo Festival Oct. 11-13 | Bridge City Ave., Westwego bridgecitygumbofestival.org Celebrate one of Louisiana’s classic dishes at the Bridge City Gumbo Fest. The festival is fun for all ages and boasts an event in which

Yellow Leaf Arts Festival

LA Cattle Festival & Fair

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Rougarou Fest Oct. 26-27 | 7910 Park Ave., Houma Rougaroufest.org Kick off spooky season at The Rougarou Fest! Named after the werewolf-like icon of Cajun folklore, the Rougarou Fest hosts a costume contest, vendors, live music, and a parade. Head to Houma this October and check out all of the spooky delights that Rougarou Fest has to offer! Voodoo Music + Arts Experience Oct. 25-27 | City Park Festival Grounds voodoofestival.com/ Voodoo is one of the biggest festivals in New Orleans. This year the headliners include Guns N’ Roses, Post Malone, Beck, and more. Along with the music, Voodoo Fest also offers great food and a wide variety of art and hand-made crafts for sale. Dress (in costume!) and enjoy the spiritual undertones pulsating through New Orleans.

Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival Oct. 18-20 | Lafayette Square Park www.jazzandheritage.org/blues-fest With more than 10 performers taking up multiple stages, this year’s free Blues and BBQ Festival will prove to be one to remember. If you find yourself near Lafayette Square Park, where the festival will be held, make your way over for good music and food.

Yellow Leaf Arts Festival Oct. 26-27 | Parker Park, St. Francisville westfelicianaarts.com/yellow-leaf-artsfestival Every year in October, around 55 artists and craftspeople descend upon the quaint town of St. Francisville for the annual Yellow Leaf Arts Festival. The festival features arts and crafts of all kinds, including live music, sculptures, paintings, wire/metal art, woodworking, and more!

Ozone Songwriter Festival Oct. 19-20 | 675 Lafitte St., Mandeville Ozonemusic.org If you have a love for the art of writing songs then the Ozone Songwriter Festival is a mustgo! With over 130 performers spanning over

Bayou Balloon Festival Nov. 1-3 | Frederick J. Sigur Civic Center Bayouroadballoonfestival.com During this festival, hot-air balloons will take to the Chalmette air, creating a colorful glow of balloons that attendees will have the

to see who has the best po-boy in New Orleans. Jefferson SPCA Pet Fest Nov. 3rd | Lafreniere Park jeffersonspca.org/pet-fest The party "where pets bring their people" features a Pet Adopt-A-Thon offering over 400 adoptable pets, a Health Watch area, FREE Pet Costume Contest with amazing prizes, Pet Marketplace, food vendors, great music and much more.

Bloody Mary Festival opportunity to ride. The festival boasts carnival rides, games, vendors, arts and crafts, and local musicians, making the event a cannot-miss. Bayou Bacchanal Nov. 1-2 | Multiple Locations Bayoubacchanal.org Bayou Bacchanal honors the Carribean tradition of Carnival. The two-day festival provides a link between New Orleans culture and that of the island nations of the Carribean. Authentic Soca music and traditional dancing will be featured. The festival is free, so make sure you check it out and experience the rich Carribean culture. Bloody Mary Festival Nov. 2-3 | The Howlin’ Wolf Thebloodymaryfest.com Stop by the Howlin Wolf to try the best Bloody Marys in town. Tickets include all you can drink samples, food, and live music. Attendees will also have a chance to vote on the best Bloody Mary in the city. So if you feel passionate about this delicious tomato specialty, have your voice heard. Acadia Music Fest Nov. 2 | Acadia Plantation Town Center acadiamusicfest.net This music festival offers a whole day of music, art, and New Orleans-style food for all festival attendees. Enjoy the music of Flo Rida and Rehab while eating some local fried fish, ribs, tacos, paella, beer, and much more at this nonpareil music festival. Slidell Jazz & Blues Festival Nov. 2 | Heritage Park, Slidell Slidelljazzandblues.com The annual Slidell Jazz & Blues Festival supports local music education and provides music grants and scholarships to young musicians. There’s an instrument donation drive to collect those old instruments buried in dust and then redistribute them to children interested in playing but have no means to rent or purchase one themselves. Oak Street Poboy Festival Nov. 3 | Oak Street, Uptown poboyfest.com Every year during the Poboy Festival, Oak Street is brimming with vendors all over the city, puffing their chests and standing by their prized po-boy joys. Stop by with an empty stomach and compare the 60 vendors yourself

St. Rita Pecan Festival Nov. 8-10 | St. Rita Church facebook.com/stritapecanfest The St. Rita Pecan Festival is held annually on the second weekend of November at St. Rita Church in Harahan. The clergy, parishioners, faculty, staff, students, and their families come together for a weekend of fun, food, and fellowship. All are welcomed!

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Central City Fest Nov. 9 | Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. ashecac.org/central-city-festival-2 Central City Festival is held in the historic streets where legendary black artists played after being prohibited from performing in local venues during the Jim Crow Era. It’s only right that there be a day to remember in power. Live music, food, cooking demonstrations, and a health fair will, too, be there. Atchafalaya Basin Festival Nov. 9 | 108 Park Dr., Henderson, LA Basinfestival.com Don't miss this free, fun festival that includes a car show, cooking contests, arts and food vendors, auctions, live music, and fun for the kids! All proceeds benefit Our Lady of Mercy Catcholic Church. NOLA Wing Wars Nov. 16 | Central City BBQ facebook.com/events/1148631675327516 NOLA Wing Wars features over 20 restaurants competing to see who is “King of the Wing” and over 40,000 chicken wings. Take this, add live music, and what more could you possibly ask for? All wings cost just $1, so there’s no breaking the bank for this festival.

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Treme Creole Gumbo Festival and Congo Square Rhythms Festival Nov. 16-17 | Congo Square, Armstrong Park jazzandheritage.org Celebrate the culture and traditions that shape New Orleans at the Treme Creole Gumbo and Congo Square Rhythms festivals! Enjoy music from local musicians, from jazz and funk to rhythm and blues. The two food courts at the festival serve classic New Orleans dishes. Don’t miss out on the highlight of the festival— African drumming and dance. Wild Things Family Reunion Nov. 22-25 | Gryphon’s Nest Campground eventbrite.com/e/wild-things-familyreunion-tickets-63023364580 The Wild Things Family Reunion is a unique 3-day camping and music festival in the countryside just outside of New Orleans, featuring the city’s finest musical acts, spectacular nightly bonfires and interactive musical experiences, dancing, performance art, local food, and much, much more!

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Food News By Kim Ranjbar

It's so hard to say goodbye … Accomplished chef and entrepreneur Carl Schaubhut passed away early last month after a long battle with esophageal and gastric cancer. A born-and-bred New Orleanian, Schaubhut has had a long love affair with food beginning in his grandmother's kitchen to becoming a sous chef at Commander's Palace, executive chef at Cafe Adelaide, and finally founding two restaurants: Bacobar in Covington and DTB (Down The Bayou) on Oak Street. All of us here at Where Y'at offer our sincerest condolences to his wife Alexandra and two children—not to mention everyone else who cared about this creative, kind, and enthusiastic young man. He will most definitely be missed. Just over there … Vietnamese food stall T2 Streetfood at St. Roch Market has opened its very own digs across the street, dubbed the Em Trai Sandwich Co. Located in the building that formerly housed Spotted Cat and vegan restaurant Seed, the new eatery is a casual, counter-service type of restaurant with a full bar featuring Viet-Cajun seafood boils, bao, hot sausage banh mi, and pho with American-style BBQ meats. 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-7772, facebook.com/ emtraisandwichco A pizza is a pizza is a pizza … And just that fast, less than two months after Echo's Pizza closed in Mid-City, PIZZA domenica has taken its place. The new Banks Street location offers the same menu as PIZZA domenica on Magazine Street with the addition of a weekend brunch, a popular feature of Echo's. In addition to the wood-fired bagels that had become so popular from Echo's, the brunch menu offers baked carbonara with provolone, crab salad with remoulade, and sausage, egg, and cheese stromboli. 3200 Banks St., (504) 459-2072, pizzadomenica. com/mid-city

Musical brews … According to The New Orleans Advocate, Zony Mash Beer Project has taken over the Gem, an old movie house on Thalia Street that formerly housed Wayward Owl Brewing. The new brewery's name is from a Meters compilation album of vintage tracks and non-album B-sides—a style the brewery owners wish to reflect. Founders Adam Ritter and Mitch Grittman (an award-winning home brewer from NOLA on Tap) want Zony Mash to offer a lot more than craft brew and plan to, once again, make the Gem an entertainment destination with live music, movie screenings, and comedy. 3940 Thalia St., zonymashbeer.com Geaux team! … In what may become an annual event, Port Orleans Brewing Co. is once again offering their GL37SON IPA to benefit Team Gleason Foundation a second year in a row. “Our community is so generous and supportive, there was no question I wanted to be a part of giving back to it.” said Zach Strief, Port Orleans Brewing Co. owner and former New Orleans Saints offensive tackle. “Team Gleason was the obvious choice for me—Steve and his wife have done tremendous things to bring awareness to ALS, create the global conversations needed to find solutions, and help those currently living with the disease.” In conjunction with the IPA launch, Port Orleans Brewing is also hosting the #MakeDatNoise Anthem Contest. Fans are encouraged to send in videos, songs, or chants for a chance to win Gleason IPA and raise awareness and funding for those living with ALS. In order to participate from the game, tailgating, or at a house party, simply tag @PortOrleansBrewingCo and submit using #MakeDatNoise. Entries can also be emailed to winner@ portorleansbrewingco.com. The winner will receive a VIP package to the Atlanta Falcons vs. Saints game on November 10th in the Mercedes Benz Superdome, as well as iceddown Gleason IPA..

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A portion of the profits from every pint and 6-pack purchased will be donated to Team Gleason's mission to provide technology, equipment, care, and adventures for people living with ALS. Gleason IPA is an unfiltered hazy IPA and will be available at Winn-Dixie locations across the Gulf South and other local grocery stores. In addition to Gleason IPA, Port Orleans is featuring a limited run of its newest specialty beer, Tropical Gleason, a juicier embodiment of the original with a healthy dose of pineapple and blood orange combined with the original’s grapefruit hop flavor. 4124 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 266-2332, portorleansbrewing.com, teamgleason.org Taking the longway … French Quarter restaurant and bar Longway Tavern from LeBlanc + Smith has launched a revamped menu from their new Executive Chef Cesar Nunez, who was previously chef de cuisine at popular LGD restaurant Coquette. With a focus on high quality, local ingredients, Chef Nunez has crafted menu items such as cheese and “crackers” with aged cheddar and banana pepper aioli; charred eggplant with muscadine, buttermilk ricotta, and black bean paste; and a steak sandwich with brown butter, scallions and house-made Valentina. “I wanted the menu to be a celebration of my heritage and the local culture that raised me, and I can’t wait to share it with everyone,” said Nunez. “The menu is designed to be approachable while offering dishes with edgy complexity in an intimate atmosphere tucked away in one of the most vibrant parts

of our city.” 719 Toulouse St., (504) 962-9696, longwaytavern.com So sad to see you go … As the seasons change, so does the landscape, whether we want it to or not. The local restaurant industry is no stranger to change with new eateries coming in and others bidding us a fond farewell. After 16 years in business, Brooklyn Pizzeria on Veterans Boulevard in Metairie has shuttered. Founder Todd Duvino announced to customers that due to his wife's illness, they could no longer remain open. We wish you and your family well and know that y'all will be missed. Over in Lakeview, Fireman Mike's Cafe & Sweet Shop has closed after only a year in operation. Owner and chef Mike Gowland, a retired New Orleans firefighter who made his family recipes popular at Jazz Fest, perhaps pushed himself a bit too far as he has been living with diabetes for several decades and running the restaurant has taken its toll. Gowland and his family vowed to keep cooking for Jazz Fest as they have been since 2001. Ninja Restaurant, a longtime sushi destination on Oak Street, has closed after 26 years in business. Though the space is slated to become Ajun Cajun, a longtime Jazz Fest food booth famous for its tempurabattered soft shell crab po-boy, devotees of Ninja will still sorely miss their favorite sushi spot.

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f you were to Google the phrase “most haunted city in America,” New Orleans will invariably appear in the top ten. The dead and the Crescent City are inexorably intertwined due to many reasons, such as its tumultuous and storied history, the unique funereal rites featuring festive second lines, and interring our beloved above ground in tombs and mausoleums. Locals also generally have great passion for the historic aspects of the city and have always been somewhat reluctant to let them go by the wayside, even if it's a derelict structure or controversial monument, just for the sake of progress. New Orleanian businesses flaunt their antiquity, as if whichever has been around for the longest must certainly be the best. Point of fact: New Orleans has 32 historic districts on the National Register, more than any other city in the United States. In the French Quarter, the oldest neighborhood in this venerable city, many of the buildings date back to the late 18th century and feature architecture that is wholly unique to the city, with influences

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from both the French and Spanish in their design. Today, buildings that were once mansions or single-family homes have become art galleries, retail shops, hotels, and (of course) restaurants, and many of these have inherited both colorful and terrible histories—along with resident ghosts. Muriel's Jackson Square is the first restaurant that comes to mind when discussing haunted eateries in the French Quarter. Originally built circa 1745 by Jean Baptiste Destrehan, the huge property on the corner of Jackson Square partially burned down in the Great New Orleans Fire of 1788. It was rebuilt by its subsequent owner Pierre Phillipe de Marigny. After being sold to Pierre Antoine Lepardi Jourdan, it was lost in a poker game. Instead of leaving the house he loved, Jourdan committed suicide on the second floor and reportedly haunts the space as a “glimmer of sparkling light” to this day. The owners of Muriel's have a table set daily with fresh bread and wine for Mr. Jourdan. Muriel's owners, Rick Gratia and Doug Ahlers, purchased the building, restored it to its former glory, and opened in March 2001. Though the restaurant is

Jimani spacious and elegant (like many of the grande dames in the French Quarter), the price point, especially for lunch, is extremely approachable. Guests don't have to worry their pocketbook with a wood-grilled beef tenderloin salad or a mouthwatering blackened Mississippi catfish with roasted new potatoes, spinach, and Crystal Hot Sauce butter, both only $14.95. About a block away from Jackson Square, toward the French Market, lies 163-year-old Tujaque's (pronounced “two jacks”) on Decatur Street. Guillaume and Marie Abadie Tujague opened the original restaurant (just a few doors down from its current locale) in 1856 before moving to where it is now in 1914. Though you would imagine a building that was a Spanish armory before the city was incorporated would have had lots of ghost stories throughout the years, Tujague's hauntings first appeared in 2014 when a young couple snapped a selfie that was photo-bombed by a ghost. The specter is believed to be famous actor Julian Eltinge, a cross-dresser who often dined at Begue's Restaurant, which became Tujague's back in 1914. Lunch entrees at Tujague's are fairly priced for French Quarter eats, from their famous boiled brisket with Brussels sprouts ($17) and Gulf Fish Amandine ($18) to their Abita Amber BBQ Shrimp & Grits ($16) and Ms. Brenda's Red Beans & Rice with smoked sausage ($13). Just four blocks away on Chartres Street, heading downriver from Tujagues, is Napoleon House—easily one of the most famous bars in America. New Orleans Mayor Nicholas Girod, in office from 1812-1815, occupied the residence and offered it to Napoleon Bonaparte in 1821 as a refuge. Though the exiled emperor never made it, the name stuck, and the French Quarter bar has been known as the Napoleon House ever since. There are many stories of hauntings at Napoleon House—from the little old lady who sweeps at night on the second floor to a

sailor who likes to hang out in the bar and drink bourbon late at night. The Impastato family owned and operated Napoleon house from 1914 to 2015, after which they sold it to another famous New Orleans culinary figure—Ralph Brennan. Along with their iconic Pimm's Cup and other classic cocktails, Napoleon House serves food many would deem pub grub, from cheese boards and boudin to their famous toasted muffuletta ($10.25 for half … it's huge!) and grilled alligator sausage po-boy ($10.50). Though haunted restaurants and buildings throughout the French Quarter would easily fill an entire book, another notable place is The Jimani. Located three blocks from Napoleon House on Chartres Street, the sports bar and grill has a macabre past and, even though the building has been around since 1848, its most horrifying moments occurred not so very long ago. Formerly known as the UpStairs Lounge, the space was a gay bar that was well known as such among French Quarter residents. On June 24,1973, there were over 50 people gathered in the bar when a fire was set in the stairwell leading up to the club. With no way out, 32 of those patrons died as a result of fire or smoke inhalation, an appalling attack on the LGTBQ community that saw no equal until the recent 2016 shooting at an Orlando nightclub. Years after that horrifying night, many people claim to have encounters with the ghosts that now haunt The Jimani. According to one source, EVPs, or electronic voice phenomena, are the most common discovery by paranormal investigators, which are believed to be voices of those poor souls who died in the fire. These days, The Jimani is a lively sports bar offering late night bites and cocktails. Delight in a plate of Jimmy J's Big Ass Nachos layered with chorizo and jalapenos ($6.75) or a Peanut Butter Bacon Burger with pepper jack cheese ($8) and spare a moment to remember those who were lost. You may even hear them thank you.

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Willie Mae's Scotch House has been serving up quality entrees from a New Orleans neighborhood since 1957. Their short menu has won them many accolades, including a James Beard Award and Travel Channel’s distinction for best fried chicken in America. 2401 St. Ann St., 822-9503 | williemaesnola.com

Bennachin's West African flavors offer a welcome break from the food you’ve been eating for lunch. Be sure to try their Cope Ni Makondo. BYOB and your appetite for fresh food with exciting vegetarian options. 1212 Royal St. | 522-1230 | bennachinrestaurant. com

WOW Café Doubletree is a family-owned franchise with food with roots in southern Louisiana. Winner of best wings in NOLa for 8 consecutive years, the variety of signature sauces teases every palate—and has a full bar to boot. 300 Canal St., 212-3250 | wowamericaneats.com

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Bayou Hot Wings has some of the best spicy wings in the city. The Bayou Hot Boy wings definitely pack heat. It's variety of sauces and the effort put into each meal ensure that no meal is a repeat of the last. 6221 S. Claiborne Ave., 662-9933 | bayouhotwings.com Crescent City Steak House’s menu has focused on serving multiple versions of buttery steaks for over 80 years. Their local influences and unique style of cooking give this steakhouse a particular flare you can’t find anywhere—except in New Orleans. 1001 N Broad St., 821-3271 | crescentcitysteaks.com Gordon Biersch is well known for its German lagers and irresistible entrees. Their impressive variety of beers pair perfectly with any of their savory dishes. From buttery pastas to classic burgers, this renowned restaurant has something for all. 200 Poydras St., 5222739 | gordonbiersch.com/locations/new-orleans/ Legacy Kitchen has crafted a menu that offers every type of American comfort food you can imagine. With a specific focus on New Orleans cuisine, this restaurant experience is everything a local food lover could want. 759 Veterans Blvd., 309-5231 | legacykitchen.com Legacy Kitchen Steak + Chop enhances the foodscape of the Westbank with refined cuisine in a casual setting. Check out their weekly chalkboard specials, such as half-priced wine, $1 charbroiled oysters, and weekend dinner and lunch combos. 91 Westbank Expy., 513-2606 | legacykitchen.com Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar and Restaurant is the place to kick back. Lucy’s offers everything from Jamacian jerk chicken to burgers. Grab a beer and menu item to verify that they’ve got the “coldest drinks and the hottest menus.” 701 Tchoupitoulas St., 523-

Voodoo BBQ 8995 | lucyssurf.com Pokeworks brought the vibrant taste of Hawiian poke to mainland America in 2015. This restaurant brings unique raw tuna, spicy salmon, scallops, and many different flavors to a city that loves its traditional crawfish, shrimp, and oyster seafood. 3413 Veterans Memorial Blvd. #119, 218-5352 | pokeworks.com The Steakhouse at Harrah's is a great way to eat between hands of blackjack. Get quality dishes influenced by the flavors of New Orleans, like the dangerously delicious Tournedos of Beef, at this fun and convenient restaurant. 8 Canal St., 533-6111 | caesars.com/harrahs-new-orleans/restaurants/thesteakhouse Stein's Market & Deli is a Philadelphia-style deli, located on Magazine Street. Their fresh ingredients and unique craftsmanship dressed every option with some Philly flair. Don’t miss their Tuesday cheesesteak special. 2207 Magazine St., 527-0771 | steinsdeli.com Voodoo BBQ, the New Orleans chain, plucks flavors from Hispanic, West African, French, and Carribian cuisine to bring you some of the most flavorful dishes in the city. The multiple locations in New Orleans make it an easy choice. Multiple locations, 522-4647 | voodoobbq.com

Aloha Sushi and Grill serves sushi, poke bowls, and more. Sushi veteran Tracey Davenport combines the flavors of the Pacific with Creole style to make excellent and unique dishes. 3151 Calhoun St., 309-2699 | AlohaLeiNola.com Bao and Noodle may label itself as an affordable casual Chinese restaurant, but it’s dishes are undeniably high-tier. With free delivery to the Marigny and Bywater, you can have a delicious meal delivered to you for less than $15. | 2266 St Claude Ave., 272-0004 BaoandNoodle.com Five Happiness serves all those signature Chinese dishes that you know and love. With such large portions that you have to take some home, it’s understandable why it’s one of the most well-known Chinese restaurants in the city. 3605 S Carrollton Ave., 482-3935 | FiveHappiness.com Kyoto 2 might be situated in a modest strip mall in Harahan, but their sushi is anything but modest. Known for their oversized sushi rolls and authentic Japanese fare, Kyoto 2 is great for both group and solo dining. 5608 Citrus Blvd., 818-0228 | facebook.com/kyoto2 Miyako is the definitive spot for hibachi, making it the perfect spot to catch a cooking show. With a menu with that boasts an array of seafood, cocktails, and a sushi bar, there’s something to please everyone. 1403 Saint Charles Ave., 410-9997 | JapaneseBistro.com Origami perfectly executes classic Japanese dining with a hint of New Orleans influence. Chef Mitsuko, a second generation female sushi chef, pairs fresh seafood with fresh, local seasonal ingredients. 5130 Freret St., 8996532 | SushiNola.com

Bars with Great Food Backspace Bar & Kitchen serves up cuisine and cocktails with style to savor among literary-themed decor and artfully exposed bricks. Find them in the heart of the Vieux Carré and try the Grown up Grilled Cheese Sandwich. 139 Chartres St., 322-2245 | backspacenola.com Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant, is quintessential New Orleans at its best. This spot may be known for their daily live music, but their local fare is some of the best in town. 1001 Esplanade Ave., 949-0038 | buffasbar. com Copper Vine Winepub is the city’s first wine pub located in the CBD. An unparalleled selection of wines is available on tap and ready to pair with a thoughtful assortment of elevated comfort food. 1001 Poydras St., 208-9535 | coppervinewine.com The Jimani is among the best late-night haunts to grab a bite and beer. A reliably yummy array of bar food and a welcoming ambience make this a neighborhood gem. 141 Chartres St. | 524-0493 | thejimani.com The Library New Orleans is an Uptown gastropub with a decidedly modern feel. Upscale bar bites—wings and sandwiches and more—complement craft cocktails and 32 beers on tap. 3629 Prytania St., 510-2527 | LibraryNewOrleans.com Mimi's in the Marigny features gourmet tapas that are served late into the night. Get your drink on upstairs, but if you’re looking to party and play some pool, then stay downstairs. 2601 Royal St., 872-9868 | MimisMarigny.com Ole Saint will takes you down memory lane with Deuce McAllister’s football memorabilia on the walls. Watch your team play while having a local brew and good ol’ Creole meal. 132 Royal St. | 309-4797 | olesaint.com Orleans Grapevine, with over 375 bottled wines, is fine dining at its best. This is a super spot in the French Quarter to pair a glass with the Ahi Tuna dish. 720 Orleans Ave., 523-1930 | orleansgrapevine.com Rivershack Tavern is a cross between a classic tavern, a music club, a sports bar, and a small town restaurant. And it delivers on every front. 3449 River Rd., 834-4938 | therivershacktavern.com Shamrock Bar and Grill is all about the games

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and the food. Challenge your friends to some minibowling, basketball, or darts at the city’s largest neighborhood bar. 4133 S. Carrollton Ave., 301-0938 | shamrockparty.com Three Palms Bar and Grill takes le bon temps roulé to a new level. This venue has a large outdoor patio that features palm trees and allows you to enjoy a relaxed environment. 3813 Tulane Ave., 459-4474 | 3palmsnola.com

Café Café 615 Home of Da Wabbit knows how to serve homestyle meals that’ll make you wonder who’s cooking these classic dishes. With great service, food, and pricing, it’s no wonder they are voted one of the best restaurants on the Westbank. 615 Kepler St., 365-1225 | cafe615.com Café Amelie is only a hop, skip, and jump from the New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum. Using local ingredients, they cook up some delicious dishes for lunch and dinner as well as for brunch on the weekends. 912 Royal St., 412-8965 | cafeamelie.com Café Navarre is a neighborhood café with a contemporary feel. Located around the corner from City Park, you can plan your day trip while eating a delicious breakfast. They also serve lunch and dinner. 800 Navarre Ave., 483-8828 | CafeNavarre.com Compère Lapin believes in the power of pure flavors, which you can certainly tell from their dishes. With each item on their menus having only a few ingredients, you can taste each pepper, spice, or vegetable. 535 Tchoupitoulas St., 599-2119 | comperelapin.com Cru by Chef Marlon Alexander is not afraid to be bold or passionate. Here, the staff excels at maximizing the guests’ experience. Don’t miss their great Happy Hour or popular Drag Brunch on Sundays. 535 Franklin Ave., 266- 2856 | crunola.com Haydel’s Bake Shop provides the baked goods and pastries you expect from the Haydel’s Bakery of legend—but from the convenience of a café. This shop is the place to snack on your favorite pastry and enjoy a coffee. 3117 Magazine St., 267-3165 | facebook.com/ haydelsbakeshop Jimmy J’s Café is a quaint diner on Chartres Street that will blow you away with mouthwatering breakfast items.

You’ll walk out with a smile, feeling full for the next few hours after you’re done. 115 Chartres St., 309-9360 | jimmyjscafe.com Petite Amelie specializes in “cuisine rapide,” so you can enjoy a light breakfast of gourmet items. As an extension of Café Amelie, you get the quality cooking that Amelie is known for while having a quicker dining experience. 900 Royal St., 412-8065 | petiteamelienola.wordpress.com Red Gravy, a rustic Italian café, makes it okay to have cannoli, spaghetti, meatballs, and gnocchi for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Most of their recipes have been passed down from generation to generation. 125 Camp St., 561-8844 | RedGravyCafe.com Riccobono’s Panola Street Café is in the heart of Uptown, making it a great place for residents to grab breakfast without leaving the neighborhood. You’ll leave the table already planning your next trip back. 7801 Panola St., 314-1810 | PanolaStreetCafe.com Sala feels more like a lounge or restaurant than a café, but do not take that to mean it isn’t full of great dishes. The restaurant serves great eats at all times of day, from breakfast to dinner and anytime in between. 124 Lake Marina Ave. | 513-2670 | salanola.com

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Mosca’s Restaurant promises to fill your belly with its large portions of hearty Italian offerings. This restaurant has been run by the Mosca family for generations. Each dish is served on family-style platters. 4137 U.S. Highway 90 West | Westwego | 436-8950 | moscasrestaurant.com

Venezia might catch your eye with the promise of a good pizza, but they’ve got much more to offer, including nearly every variety of pasta. The Veal Pontchartrain will be your new favorite dish. 134 N. Carrollton Ave., 488-7991 | VeneziaNewOrleans.net

Pascal’s Manale does everything right. Their seafood, traditional Italian dishes, and mouth-watering steaks have led to their thriving for over a century. Their Original Pascal's BBQ Shrimp, alone, merits a visit. 1838 Napoleon Ave., 895-4877 | pascalsmanale.com

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Tavolino has a family-friendly atmosphere in the front, but a party in the back. You can enjoy pizza in the dining room or grab a drink in the lounge. You’ll want to make the trip for their thin-crust pies with gourmet toppings. 141 Delaronde St., Algiers | 605-3365 | facebook. com/TavolinoLounge PIZZA domenica is known for serving amazing pizza, but don’t overlook their antipasti or salads. Plus, you can watch the cooks masterfully craft your gourmet pizza in

NOLA Cantina is part lounge and part taco bar. Relax with one of their specialty cocktails and one of their inventive Mexican dishes, set to the tune of live New Orleans jazz or bumpy electronic music, depending on when you visit. 437 Esplanade Ave., 266-2848 | NolaCantina.com

Middle Eastern Lebanon’s Café has a beautiful dining room, exceptional service, and great location on Carrollton Avenue—all factors to their popularity. Most importantly, they serve some of the best Middle Eastern cuisine in

Surrey’s Cafe & Juice Bar is New Orleans’ oldest organic juice bar, and they serve some of the best breakfast in town. They put a twist on local food that’s so good you will be wondering why you haven’t eaten here before. 1418 & 4807 Magazine St. | surreysnola.com The Vintage is all about having a great dining experience with flair. They specialize in coffee, beignets, and wine—all great items to munch or sip on while socializing with the people who join you. 3121 Magazine St. | 324-7144 | thevintagenola.com

Italian Josephine Estelle run by two James Beard nominees, knows good pasta. Relax with a glass a wine and the cappelletti, a delicious pasta dish served with seared pork. 600 Carondelet St., 930-3070 | josephineestelle.com Mellow Mushroom on Oak Street features fantastic pizza that keeps the place packed. But their wings, salads, and hoagies are great options, too. Mellow Mushroom is a favorite of Uptown students and locals

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Pyramid’s Café takes their food seriously. They serve fantastic Middle Eastern food at affordable prices. Pyramids Cafe, across the street from Yulman Stadium, is a popular spot with Tulane students and Uptowners alike. 3149 Calhoun St., 861-9602 | pyramidscafeonline.com

House of Blues Restaurant and Bar is a destination at the “crossroads” between music, art, and great food—inspired by America’s southern half, especially New Orleans. The food alone is worth the stop—it’s even better if you’re catching a show. 225 Decatur St., 310-4999 | houseofblues. com/neworleans/menu

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Dick and Jenny's is the quintessential modern New Orleans restaurant. Classic Cajun Creole cuisine is combined with--and enhanced by--the visible undercurrents of Thai influence. Chef Merlin Chauvin serves a fresh, unique experience with a great meal on-the-side. 4501 Tchoupitoulas St., 894-9880 | DickandJennys.com

Antoine’s Restaurant the nation’s oldest familyowned restaurant and the creator of the worldfamous Oyster’s Rockefeller, continues to serve up quality French-Creole cuisine in the heart of the Big Easy. 713 St. Louis St. | 581-4422 | antoines.com Coterie NOLA Restaurant & Oyster Bar has got all of the expected New Orleans munchies. Here, you can enjoy some shrimp and grits without the fuss of ironing your Sunday best. If that isn’t quite enough, try the Happy Hour for oysters. 135 Decatur St., 529-8600 | CoterieNola.com Crescent City Brewhouse, is a hotspot for both food-lovers and craft beer connoisseurs. With an inhouse micro brewery, live music, and local art, this place is a one stop shop for anyone who wants to

Legacy Kitchen’s Craft Tavern offers a refreshing take on New Orleans classics. Daily brunch lasts until 4 p.m., where diners can chose to indulge in a Beignet and café au lait. All dishes pair excellently with their signature cocktails. 700 Tchoupitoulas St., 613-2350 | LegacyKitchen. com Mandina's doesn’t make you choose between delectable Italian food and decadent New Orleans cuisine; you can have either—or both. If you want fish, but prefer it broiled, try the Gulf Fish Meuniere or Almandine. 3800 Canal St., 482-9179 | mandinasrestaurant.com New Orleans Creole Cookery is perfect for a city outing. They’ve got an expansive list of boozy beverages like the Hurricane (drink the Category 5 at your own risk). You have options to dine at their bar, dining room, or courtyard. 508 Toulouse St. | 524-9632 | neworleanscreolecookery.com Parran's Po-Boys and Restaurant certainly lives up to its reputation. With both authentic Italian food and po-boys, they can satisfy any wish. With locations in Metairie, Kenner, and Uptown, Parran’s is always ready to serve you a classic. Multiple locations | parranspoboys.

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Public Service truly serves the public with its New Southern-style dishes and wide range of drinks and cocktails. In this casual yet sophisticated eatery, you can sit down with friends and family at the beautiful NOPSI hotel. 311 Baronne St., 962-6527 | publicservicenola.com

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Short Stop PoBoys Short Stop PoBoys doesn’t play when it comes to making the city’s famed sandwich. They treat it like an artform. You can personalize your po-boy with meats and extras, creating the sandwich dreams are made of. 119 Transcontinental Dr., Metairie | 885-4572 | shortstoppoboysno.com

Seafood Briquette offers contemporary coastal cuisine in a casual environment that was once a molasses refinery. The 18-foot seafood display features an assortment of fresh fish that will have you dreaming of grilled goodness. 701 S. Peters St. | 302-7496 | briquettenola.com Felix’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar is no stranger to variety within the mollusk world. A dozen of their fresh oysters are guaranteed to satisfy even the hungriest customer. Be sure to check out their newest location on the Lakefront. Multiple locations | felixs.com Landry’s Seafood doesn’t just offer your standard fried fish with a side of fries. If you’re looking for some more exotic options, their menu items will catch you by surprise. You can enjoy your meal with a gorgeous view of the Mississippi. Multiple Locations | landrysseafood.com

Poseidon is a delectable seafood restaurant and sushi bar. Open six days a week and serving until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, you might just find yourself a new regular at this Uptown spot. 2100 St. Charles Ave., 509-6675 | PoseidonNola.com Seaworthy features locally caught and sustainably harvested seafood with a global flair. It’s a culinary heaven for seafood aficionados and dabblers alike. Profits from their handcrafted cocktails help fund the Gulf Coast Restoration Initiative. 630 Carondelet St., 930-3071 | seaworthynola.com TackleBox is a seafood kitchen and oyster bar that excels. Simply bring an appetite, and the warm staff will be sure to take care of you. This restaurant is a great place to take visitors from out of town. 817 Common St. | 475-6910 | legacykitchen.com

Vegetarian Green Goddess located in the heart of the French Quarter, proudly crosses Thai cuisine with Cajun classics. But what sets Green Goddess apart are the unique and colorful vegan and vegetarian options on the menu. 307 Exchange Pl., 301-3374 | GreenGoddessRestaurant.com

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Brand New Krewe: Led by Jrue and Zion, the Pelicans are Ready for a Revival by Andrew Alexander

fter one of the most disheartening seasons in franchise history, New Orleans is ready for a basketball rebirth. With a bevy of fresh faces and a brandnew generational talent, the Pelicans have quickly rebounded after being forced to trade franchise cornerstone Anthony Davis away to the Los Angeles Lakers this summer. Pelicans fans are hoping new executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin will be able to replicate the championship pedigree he established in Cleveland around superstar LeBron James. As general manager of the Cavaliers, Griffin helped guide the team to three straight NBA Finals, including the 2016 NBA Championship. Griffin struck gold this summer when the franchise improbably landed the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft Lottery, winning the rights to draft Duke University freshman phenom Zion Williamson. Former New Orleans general manager Dell Demps, Griffin’s predecessor, also oversaw a number one pick when the (then) Hornets selected Davis in 2012 with the first pick. Demps failed to build a consistent championship contender around Davis, and now neither is a part of the organization. Griffin, however, has already distinguished himself as a major upgrade from Demps by orchestrating several savvy roster moves since being hired in April.

New Faces, Young & Old By drafting, trading, and signing free agents, Griffin completely retooled the Pelicans this summer, prioritizing youth and versatility, with a smattering of veterans from around the league. Besides Zion, the Pelicans acquired 6-foot-11 Jaxson Hayes (8th pick) out of Texas and 6-foot-6 Nickeil Alexander-Walker (17th pick) from Virginia Tech in the first round on draft night. Hayes is an athletic rim-running center who averaged 10 points and five rebounds in his lone season in Austin. The former Big 12 Freshman of the Year could be an excellent front court complement to Zion for years to come. Alexander-Walker is a sizable shooting guard who possesses keen passing and play-making skills. As a sophomore, he averaged 16 points, four rebounds, and four assists per game. Playing behind veteran guards should afford Alexander-Walker the necessary transition period to acclimate to the NBA. The Pelicans finalized the long-awaited Davis trade in early July, receiving a trio of young Lakers in Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram, and Josh Hart, along with a slew of draft picks. In free agency, the Pelicans signed veteran shooting specialist JJ Redick and initiated a trade with the Utah Jazz for big man Derrick Favors. The 6-foot-10 Favors has played both power forward and center during his nine seasons in the NBA

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and averaged over 12 points and seven rebounds per games during his final two seasons in Utah. Redick is coming off his most prolific scoring season yet. The former Philadelphia 76er seems to get better with age, averaging nearly 18 points per game, while stretching the floor for young stars Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid the last couple of seasons. Both Favors and Redick bring valuable experience to a very young team, with plenty of playoff bona fides between them—especially Redick, who’s famously never missed the playoffs in his 13-year career. Pushing the Pace on National Television While Zion is the main attraction around the league, veteran guard Jrue Holiday is the undisputed leader of the young ball club. Entering his seventh season with New Orleans, Holiday is coming off the best two seasons of his career and has blossomed into one of the league’s premier two-way players. He’ll be charged with leading Gentry’s fast-paced offensive assault, but will have plenty of help with new running mates Ball and Ingram. The pair of former Laker No. 2 picks have tremendous upside, especially Ingram, who averaged 18 points and five rebounds before severe blood clots ended his season last year. Add in the shooting of Redick, the low post experience of Favors, the freakish athleticism of Zion, and the youthful

exuberance of the rest of the roster, and that’s the recipe for a team suited to fit Gentry’s up-tempo style of play. Despite a 33-49 finish last season, the arrival of Zion in the Crescent City has drawn excitement from around the NBA and its television partners. Fans across the league are salivating at the chance to watch the star rookie unleashed at the professional level—and will have plenty of chances, as the Pelicans will be featured a franchise-record 30 times on nationally televised games for the upcoming 2019-20 campaign. The future, and possibly the present, look bright for coach Alvin Gentry’s squad. Prediction: Zion’s stellar rookie season invigorates a stagnant New Orleans basketball fan base and garners him Rookie of the Year honors. Holiday makes his second career All-Star appearance and third straight All-Defensive team. Ball’s notoriously opinionated father, LaVar, delivers plenty of hot takes on everything from beignets to Mardi Gras. After a rough start, the Pelicans’ exciting young nucleus begins to jell following the All-Star break, making a frantic playoff push, before ultimately falling a few games short of the final playoff spot. 2019-20 Record: 41-41

BarGuide Above the Grid (NOPSI Hotel) NOPSI’s dynamic rooftop pool and bar, Above the Grid, is a peaceful oasis for hotel guests, visitors, and locals to 317 Baronne St. savor chilled drinks and dine on creative, healthy fare. 844-439-1463

Alto (Ace Hotel) 600 Carondelet St. 900-1180

Offering fantastic drinks and a stunning view of the New Orleans skyline, Ace’s rooftop bar Alto is a sanctum of relaxation in an ever-busy concrete jungle.

Located in Metairie, the Babylon Bar offers up rock Bayblon Bar 2917 Harvard Ave, Metairie entertainment you can't get anywhere else, and karaoke every Wednesday from 8:00 pm to 12:00 am. 324-9961

Bar Marilou (Maison de la Luz) Nestled in City Hall’s historic library, Bar Marilou is a Parisian aperitif bar serving craft cocktails and beer, 546 Carondelet St. natural wines, and small plates infused with flare. 814-7711 Bar Tonique 820 N. Rampart St. 324-6045

A hidden gem at the edge of the French Quarter, this cozy brick-built space offers classic cocktails and a chalkboard full of daily specials.

Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant 1001 Esplanade Ave. 949-0038

New Orleans is known for its 24/7 party scene, and Buffa’s Lounge makes sure its doors are always open. They've been doing so for almost 80 years!

Carnval Lounge 2227 St. Claude Av. 265-8855

The new Carnaval Lounge in the former Siberia location features great live music nightly. Come try the tasty Brazilian street food for a treat.

Copper Vine 1001 Poydras St. 208-9535

A new spot in the CBD with over 30 wines on tap and plenty of eclectic eats, Copper Vine is the perfect place to gather with your friends after a Saints or Pelicans game.

Cosimo's Bar 1201 Burgundy St. 522-9428

A cozy neighborhood spot since 1934, Cosimo’s offers a great Happy Hour and delicious bar food options, such as mouthwatering pizzas, burgers, and wings.

Fulton Alley 600 Fulton St. 208-5569

Fulton Alley's classy, sleek bowling lanes come together with a huge variety of fresh Southern Americaninfluenced fare and cocktails.

Golden Lantern 1239 Royal St. 529-2860

The Golden Lantern, open 24/7, is full of fun times, thanks to their friendly atmosphere and weekly drag shows every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Hermes Bar at Antoine's 725 St. Louis St. 581-4422

In a converted dining room of the renowned Antoine's Restaurant, the polished and pleasant Hermes Bar serves up classic New Orleans cocktails alongside traditional dishes.

House of Blues 225 Decatur St. 310-4999

This long-standing concert venue features great live music and a rich atmosphere. Be sure to try their deliciously soulshaking Crossroads Cadillac Margarita.

Jimani 141 Chartres St. 524-0493

Whether you’re looking for a place to end the night or start it, the Jimani, with one of the largest beer selections in the Quarter, is a great haunt for any night owl.

Kerry Irish Pub 331 Decatur St. 527-5954

If you want to escape the Bourbon Street scene, Kerry Irish Pub is the welcoming, authentic bar you need, with possibly the best Guinness poured in the city.

Martine's Lounge 2347 Metairie Rd. 831-8637

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a weekday barfly, any day spent at Martine’s Lounge is far from dull, thanks to their variety of weekly events and drink specials.

Pal's Lounge 949 N. Rendon St. 488-7257

If you’re searching for a neighborhood bar with sophisticated cocktails, then Pal’s is the place to go, where they offer a unique rotation of drinks and pop-ups.

Pat O'Brien's Bar 718 St. Peter St. 525-4823

As the inventor of the Hurricane cocktail, this bar has been a long-standing destination for visitors clamoring to try the fruity rum concoction in their gorgeous courtyard.

Penthouse Club 727 Iberville St. 524-4354

For an unforgettable night of luxury or to celebrate a special event, Penthouse Club is the place for mature entertainment on one of three stages.

The Rivershack Tavern 3449 River Rd 834-4938

A cozy tavern nestled along the Mississippi River that been a staple for almost 30 years, Their unique menu is always amazing, but their daily specials pack the locals in.

Royal Frenchmen Hotel 700 Frenchmen St. 619-9660

This Creole mansion features 16 guest rooms and suites, a stunning courtyard, beautiful event space, and Frenchmen Street's only craft cocktail bar.

Shamrock Bar & Grill 4133 S. Carrollton Ave. 217-0787

One of the largest neighborhood bars in the city, Shamrock has 16,000 square feet of wall-to-wall fun, with over 20 pool tables, ping-pong, and arcade-style games.

The Vintage 3121 Magazine St. 324-7144

This one-of-a-kind bar, which wants its guests to "sip, savor, and shine," offers not only wine—with plenty of bubbly—and cocktails, but also coffee, beignets, and milk and cookies.

Vintage Rock Club 1007 Poydras St. 308-1305

This is a high-end entertainment venue built upon the concept of the greatest jukebox that ever existed. Be sure to rock with them every Friday and Saturday night!

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FilmReviews

Catch all of Where Y'at's film reviews by Movie Editor David Vicari and Critic Fritz Esker at WhereYat.com.

Joker By Fritz Esker On paper, hiring the director of The Hangover and Old School to make a Martin Scorsese-influenced (specifically, Taxi Driver and The King of Comedy) comic book origin story seems like an iffy proposition. But Todd Phillips has made one of the strongest comic book films in recent memory with Joker. Joaquin Phoenix plays Arthur Fleck, a mentally ill man working part-time as a party clown in 1981 Gotham City. Fleck has a condition that causes him to laugh loudly at random moments (he even has a card he hands out to strangers, so they won’t be as uncomfortable). Much like 70s New York City, Gotham is in disarray. Garbage is piling up in the streets, people are out of work, and many public services (including mental health services) are being shut down. As a result, Fleck’s visits with his social worker are cut off and so are his meds. But it’s not just the institutional issues that work against Fleck. He has a complicated relationship, to put it mildly, with his mother (Frances Conroy). There are also a number of dehumanizing incidents that occur on the streets of Gotham (he’s beaten by teenage hoodlums, embarrassed during a disastrous attempt at stand-up comedy, and more). The movie charts the slow erosion of Fleck’s soul. There are no big action scenes or special effects. The world feels very real and lived in. Phoenix is excellent throughout. He conveys Fleck’s awkwardness and creepiness without denying him his humanity. When Fleck has one of his laughing fits, Phoenix makes it seem physically painful. The supporting performances are good, too. Robert DeNiro makes the most of limited screen time as smarmy talk show host Murray Franklin. Brian Tyree Henry turns in strong work in his one scene as a sympathetic but wary mental asylum records clerk. Brett Cullen also makes an impression as Gotham tycoon and mayoral candidate Thomas Wayne (Bruce’s doomed dad), who bears at least a passing resemblance to Donald Trump in Phillips’ vision. There has been media hand-wringing ahead of Joker’s release, with some writers fearing the film will inspire viewers to commit violence. As recently as 2017, the American Psychological Association disagreed with that assessment (and so does this critic). Art takes risks, Art sometimes makes people uncomfortable. Art sometimes offends people, Art challenges us to see the humanity in bad people and the dark sides of good people. What art does not do is make non-violent people suddenly turn violent. Even if you’re not a fan of comic book movies, Joker is worth a look, especially for fans of early Martin Scorsese.

Judy By David Vicari As entertainment legend Judy Garland (The Wizard of Oz), Renee Zellweger delivers a performance likely to capture an Oscar nomination in Judy. The film itself, however, does not quite live up to Zellweger’s performance. Directed by Rupert Goold, the movie mostly follows Garland in her later years. Bankrupt in America, she agrees to travel to London to perform a set of more lucrative shows. But in doing so, she must leave her young children with her ex-husband (Rufus Sewell). Garland also struggles from pill abuse, heavy drinking, and anxiety. Zellweger does a strong job of making Garland flawed and troubled without seeming cartoonish or over-the-top. It feels like a real performance, not just an impersonation. She does well with the singing, too, including a stirring climactic rendition of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”. Narratively, the film fails to gain much momentum, though. Zellweger’s performance is excellent, but many of the individual scenes are simply serviceable. A subplot involving Garland’s final marriage to a younger man (Finn Wittrock) fails to generate much heat or emotional impact. Exceptions to the above are a few flashback scenes depicting the insane demands placed upon Garland by studio chief Louis B. Mayer. For Garland fans, Zellweger’s performance alone will be worth the price of admission. For others, the movie will be a mixed bag.

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By Fritz Esker Director James Gray’s (The Lost City of Z) outer space drama Ad Astra is a worthwhile bet for fans of character-based science fiction. A series of mysterious surges has killed thousands on Earth in the near future. Astronaut Roy McBride (Brad Pitt) is told by his bosses that they think his missing father (Tommy Lee Jones) might be behind the events. Decades earlier, Jones led a team of astronauts to the outer reaches of the galaxy in an effort to contact other life forms before Earth lost all contact with Jones’ team. The film is about Pitt’s inner journey as he makes the physical journey across the galaxy. It’s probably a bit too methodically paced and introspective to be a box office hit, but it’s the kind of cerebral sci-fi film that’s likely to garner a loyal following as the years go by. While much of the film is Pitt wrestling with the sins of his father and how his strained relationship with his dad has shaped his own personality, there is action, too. There’s a buggy chase on the moon and an inventive suspense sequence involving a gruesome surprise on a space station. Best of all, Ad Astra kept me wondering what would happen next. With the vast majority of movies, I’m generally able to predict what the basic story beats will be from start to finish. But there’s a real sense of mystery and doubt as to what will happen from one scene to the next. That’s an accomplishment worth cheering by anyone who still longs for movies about adults made for adults.

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Rambo: Last Blood By David Vicari

Rambo: Last Blood, the fifth – and hopefully final – installment of the First Blood/Rambo film series, literally has a caravan of armed Mexican cartel sex traffickers coming across the border to kill Rambo. Adding blatant xenophobia to what is supposed to be an escapist action movie is rather troubling. Setting that aside and looking at Last Blood as simply an action movie, this is pretty generic junk. It's like someone took an old, yellowing, by-the-numbers screenplay and added the name “Rambo” in place of the hero's original name. I mean, it doesn't even seem like Sylvester Stallone is actually playing the character of John Rambo. He lives on an Arizona ranch and is raising his teenage niece (Yvette Monreal) as if she was his own daughter. Does that sound like something that Vietnam War veteran and killing machine Rambo would do in his later years? Improbable at best. At least Rambo III (1988) is somewhat plausible when it opens with the troubled character living with Buddhist monks in Bangkok. Anyhow, his niece goes to Mexico to find her deadbeat dad, but ends up being captured by sex traffickers. So, it's Rambo to the rescue, but is he too late? Well, he can always pull the revenge card, which he predictably does. Last Blood is incredibly dull despite being overloaded with horror movie-style gore. Yes, Rambo pulls the still beating heart out of a bad guy's chest. That is funny in an Itchy & Scratchy cartoon, but in a live-action movie, it's gross and gives the impression that the main character – you know, the hero – has truly and without a doubt gone off the psychotic deep end. The finale of the movie takes place in underground tunnels where Rambo takes out henchmen with booby traps and a variety of weapons. This sequence goes on forever. I just wanted it to end, just like I want this series to end. Please, let this truly be Last Blood.

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New Orleans Film Festival Announces Closing Night and Centerpiece Films by Fritz Esker

he New Orleans Film Festival announced that the highly anticipated Harriet Tubman biopic Harriet will be its closing night film this year, accompanied by Tribeca Film Fest sensation Burning Cane as the centerpiece film.

Friday, October 18th, will see the screening of one of the festival’s centerpiece films, Waves. Trey Edward Schults’ film, which has been dubbed an Oscar contender, traces the emotional journey of a suburban African-American family in South Florida. Sterling K. Brown (Black Panther, This Is Us) stars. The screening will take place at The Ranch Theater at the CAC at 6:45 p.m.

On Sunday, October 20th, cinephile Saints fans (surely I can’t be the only one) will face a dilemma as Netflix’s The Two Popes will screen at the Prytania at roughly the same time (4:30 p.m.) the Saints will be facing off against the Bears. Anthony Hopkins and Jonathan Pryce play, respectively, Pope Benedict and Pope Francis in a movie that centers on the friendship of those two very different men.

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On Tuesday, October 22nd, the Prytania will host an 8 p.m. screening of Edward Norton’s Motherless Brooklyn, the story of a detective with Tourette’s Syndrome (Norton) trying to solve the murder of his mentor (Bruce Willis) in 1950s New York City.

Knives Out, starring Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Jamie Lee Curtis, and more, is a modern update of Agatha Christie whodunits. Rian Johnson, who filmed the excellent Looper in New Orleans before helming Star Wars: The Last Jedi, wrote and directed the film. It will be playing Wednesday, October 23rd at 7 p.m. the Prytania.

Harriet, directed by Kasi Lemmons (Eve’s Bayou), tells the story of legendary abolitionist Harriet Tubman. Tubman escaped slavery and risked her life to lead others to freedom via the Underground Railroad. Cynthia Erivo (Widows, Bad Times at the El Royale) stars. Harriet will play on October 23rd at the Orpheum Theater.

Burning Cane, directed by 19-year old NOCCA alum Phillip Youmans, will be the festival’s centerpiece film. New Orleanian Wendell Pierce (The Wire, Treme) plays a troubled preacher in rural Louisiana. The film received the “Youth Film Grant” from #CreateLouisiana last year, funded in part by the New Orleans Film Society. Youmans became the youngest and the first AfricanAmerican director to win the Founder’s Award for Best Narrative Feature at the Tribeca Film Festival. The centerpiece screening will take place on Saturday, October 18th, at the Orpheum.

Ford vs. Ferrari is directed by James Mangold (Logan, Walk the Line) and tells the true story of Ford’s attempts to build a car that could beat a Ferrari in a race. Christian Bale plays the Ford driver and Matt Damon plays the lead designer. It plays Saturday, October 19 at 8 at the Prytania.

Just Mercy is a courtroom drama about a young lawyer (Michael B. Jordan) fighting to get a man (Jamie Foxx) off death row. Writer/ director Destin Daniel Cretton made the underrated Short Term 12 in 2013. Just Mercy will be playing Tuesday, October 22, at 5 at the Prytania.

Baumbach’s dramatic comedy garnered high praise at the Toronto International Film Festival. There’s talk of Oscar nominations for the film, and last year’s opening night entry at the New Orleans Film Fest (Green Book) took home the Oscar for Best Picture, so time will tell if Marriage Story makes it two in a row. Marriage Story will air on Netflix and, as usual for Netflix movies, theatrical distribution will likely be extremely and unfortunately limited, so moviegoers will want to seize the opportunity to see this on the big screen at the Orpheum on October 16th.

Marriage Story is just one of two films starring Scarlett Johansson at this year’s festival. The other is Jojo Rabbit, an “antihate satire” directed by Taika Waititi (Thor: Ragnarok, What We Do in the Shadows). Waititi’s film tells the story of a young boy in Nazi Germany who learns his mother (Johansson) has been secretly hiding a Jewish girl in their home. Attendees can catch the film at the Prytania on the night of October 17th.

The festival, in its 30th year, also announced its competition lineup, which includes 27 feature films from 12 countries. Over 230 films, feature and short, will play at the festival, and over 500 filmmakers are expected to attend. The festival reported a record number of submissions this year (6,500 from 104 countries). Films made in the American South represent 50 percent of this year’s lineup and Louisiana-made films account for 26 percent of the lineup. “The festival’s strong accent on Southern voices is a vote of confidence in the rich storytelling in this region,” said New Orleans Film Society’s Artistic Director Clint Bowie. “Our role is to help cultivate the storytellers here and shine a bright light on their work - and to continue to ensure that the New Orleans Film Festival serves as an important site of discovery for audiences and filmmakers alike.” Passes for the 2019 New Orleans Film Fest are on early bird sale at NewOrleansFilmFestival. org. Early birds can save $25 on all-access passes and $20 on weekender passes. New Orleans Film Society members save an additional $50 on pass purchases. All-access pass holders get free tickets to all screenings, priority entrance to theaters, and access to parties every night of the festival.

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TalesFromTheQuarter By Debbie Lindsey

Rescued From My Foolish Youth

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swift kick or sharp punch to the belly might dislodge an unwanted pregnancy. More invasive measures could be taken with a coat hanger. An array of toxins might be ingested in a seemingly more civilized approach. So, as you can see, there were many options for women before Roe v. Wade. And, of course, there was the choice of carrying the pregnancy to full term to appease guilt, Church, parents, and society—an alternative if you were willing to be shipped off to a home for unwed mothers and then allow the transfer of a baby to strangers who may or may not have been properly vetted. Still, this would remove neither guilt nor parental disappointment nor even the Church and societal stigma of being a foolish slut. I was 17, a high school senior and absolutely unprepared to be a proper mother—and frankly did not want to be a parent under any circumstance. The only wise thing about me at the time was my awareness that I was too young, too foolish, and utterly unable to provide for another human being. My boyfriend stood by me and my decision and held no illusions of being a great candidate for fatherhood. But what were we to do? I opted out of the aforementioned methods of termination. I’m not sure I knew how deadly those options were; I think pure fear steered me towards less dangerous attempts. Instead, I took an extreme amount of Quinine that some fool told me would trigger a miscarriage, but I merely lost my hearing briefly. Next, I tried laxatives. Later on, a doctor asked if I had thought I could shit the problem away. Copious drugs and cheap wine had no effect (except, perhaps, to my liver). Of course, I remained pregnant. That was forty-seven years ago, and legal abortions were available in only four states. In 30 states, there were absolutely no abortions—period; case closed. In 16 states, abortions were allowed only in cases of rape, incest, or a health threat to the woman. Of the four states that legally permitted abortion, only New York allowed nonresidents access, so it was New York City for me. Frankly, if I had to go through this and travel alone to somewhere far from Mobile, I figured a trip to my dream city that I always loved from afar might lessen the fear. Remember, I was just a high school kid with no travel savvy. Actually, there was some fear—the taxis. I had never flown in a plane, but the worry of how to catch a cab in NYC— and find my way to the clinic—absolutely terrified me. Of course, all I had to do was to follow some simple instruction/directions at the airport and hand the address to the driver, but somehow all the fear and stress that must have been festering in my mind focused upon the damn taxi cab. It went smoothly, and, actually, the entire

misadventure was remarkable for its lack of incident. This is the point in my story where I can feel the visceral indignation from my prolife readers and friends. First, I make no apologies for my actions. Second, I actually understand and even feel much of the prolifers’ viewpoint. As a vegan pacifist, against guns, the death penalty, and war, as well as an all-around tree-hugging lover of life, I get that one might observe a seeming “contradiction or inconsistency” in my beliefs. The point for me, though, is this: I do not see this as the taking of a viable life. Perhaps I could be persuaded to concede that late term abortions are more of a moral dilemma, yet even in those cases, I believe the life of the mother should take precedence. Perhaps I have no right to judge or even try to interpret the beliefs of pro-lifers; however, I have only known one person, a friend, who is truly pro-life and not merely anti-abortion. This person lives a life dedicated to civil rights, peace, health care, women’s rights, and all things to enhance life. So for those who go the distance like my friend, I feel I have little to argue. However, with conviction I will address the powers-that-be, the lawmakers, the politicians, and the short-sighted, the antichoicers, if you will. If my stance as a prochoicer who values life seems hypocritical or duplicitous, then consider that the preaching and hand-wringing worries about this “maybe baby,” this not-yet-viable human, is beyond two-faced. Is it really pro-life for these antichoicers to disregard the multitudes of existing and viable humans of all ages who risk the possibility of a bullet entering them daily because we have no viable gun control, or who feel the fear and pain of being “put down” under our death penalty laws that too often convict innocent people? And how do these folks justify their support for war efforts that slaughter young soldiers and civilians? I suspect that the protesters who try to block a frightened young woman from an abortion clinic are not fighting equally hard for birth control, sex education, and top-shelf health care and education for those who do give birth to their unplanned child. One can still be a Christian and support a woman’s right to choose to terminate an unwanted, high-risk, or incest/raperelated pregnancy. In 1972, it was Clergy Consultation, a non-profit, faith-based group founded by a New York Baptist minister, Howard Moody, that shepherded women like me through an “underground railroad” to NYC for safe and legal abortions. I owe my life to this organization and the empathetic doctor in 1972 Mobile that suggested this alternative to some back-street abortionist. I fear that if our courts and neoconservative legislators succeed in blocking our right to choose, women may one day be left with a similar lack of safe options.

Po-BoyViews By Phil LaMancusa

Another S.O.B Story Or Dirty Words

his is about the dirty words we use every day. We’ll start with “political correctness.” Those particular dirty words bring up images of badly dressed, weird, treehugging, pinko-liberal, vegetarian, hippie, wannabe-freaks that take great pleasure in telling the rest of the world what we’re doing wrong and shunning all who err. They think that the world would be so much better if everyone rejected their avaricious tendencies and replaced them with logic, empathy, and focused attention, contemplating our f**king behavior—end of story; case closed. The PC Armies want us to recognize where and how our food is raised as well as what we should and shouldn’t put in our bodies. They’re for recycling, pre-cycling, bicycling, no animal testing of your girlfriend’s favorite makeup products, and comfortable shoes. They don’t like us littering, spitting on the sidewalk, feeding our pets food containing pork spleen, using plastic at all, or driving anything but electric cars the size of Stuart Little. They just don’t get the need for assault weapons, trailer hitches, drivethru daiquiri shops, and sending the planet to hell in a hand basket—go figure. Socialism is another dirty word. That is unless you’re talking about Social Security, then we’re okay. Social Democrats are the worst. They do things like preach tuition-less higher education, an elevated minimum wage, and free health and legal services. Heck, they’ll even change the brake lights on your car for free while cooking you up a vegan burger to be served with fresh fruit and bottled health drinks. They tell me that “the one percent” has more wealth than everyone else while paying zero taxes. Gee, I don’t know who these one percent guys are. Are they those politically connected fat cats that I read about with charges of corruption, immorality, mendacity, and sexual predation being leveled against them? The “cosmopolitan elite” are even worser. A powerful upper class that lives in our country, their primary economic loyalty is to the global community. In other words, a portion of our already successful punks would rather trade, manufacture, purchase, and support other countries’ goods, services, and labor over the good old U.S.A.’s, so that they may make, save, and profit from that totally un-American activity. They consider themselves “citizens of the world” and chase profits regardless of where they might come from: running shoes from Thailand, fresh garlic from China, pasta from Turkey, potato chips from Canada, and dish towels from Egypt, as well as car parts, hair extensions, cheap cell phones, umbrellas, and neon-colored condoms. We hold them accountable not only for job loss in this country but for dummying down our consumer taste, mentality, and independence by supplying cheaper, overpackaged, and useless convenience products. And worser yet are passionate conservatives, indifferent economists, militant environmentalists, free-wheeling capitalists, old school Southern egalitarians, political

comedians, media masturbators, stifling educators, liberal-nationalists, and boundarybuilding rounders. They want you to follow them. They want you to join them. They want your vote. Sexuality—there’s another dirty word, and you’ll get your helping of cosmic debris if you try an FYI in mixed company. You’ll come away with a Hetro-LGBTQ+-PTSD-OMG “why didn’t I keep my mouth shut?” trauma migraine. He, she, they, gender neutral, or gender bender; androgynous, amoral, or asexual—you’re allowed to watch it happen, but you cannot touch or talk about it. Face it, soft porn and sex that sells surround us in a hundred different combinations of lurid distractions. Unless we turn a blind eye to its insinuences and innuendos, we become the pervs at the peep show; it’s enough to make a bishop blush, and that’s saying something that we’re not allowed to say anything about. “Stop looking at my ass, breasts, face, neck, tattoos, and, for god’s sake, keep your filthy thoughts to yourself!” Do not linger on the lingerie ads and don’t judge a creature of couture by their crotch; otherwise, you don’t deserve a seat at that table. The ‘E’ words (environment, ecology, and energy) are certainly a buzz buster. There is not one recognizably sane person that can take that subject to its complete and utter conclusion without risking crucifixion. If you explore those dirty words in mixed company, you’ll see how close or far another person’s personal boundary is set. For example, if I say that the world’s problems, all of them, could be eliminated if we put the planet’s health first—conflict, hunger, greed, pestilence, fires, floods, heartbreaks, and psoriasis—all gone—would you think that I was the Messiah? If I told you that all you would have to do to save the world is to pause before taking any daily action and ask yourself, “Is this good (or not) for the planet and its health?” woulds’t thou abidith unto me? Hell no, you’d have me committed! We’re a selfish, spoiled, lazy, take the easiestway out lot; if gas is cheap enough, all of those “E” concerns head for the landfill. Race and religion and specific body parts expressed in colloquialisms—this is where the rubber meets the road. As an evolved, mature biped, you have to keep an eye on your somewhat unnatural tendency to take things subjectively (i.e. with prejudice or bias). In other words, if someone through ignorance or bliss offends you, your reaction shouldn’t be, “Why that low-life, inbred, imbecile, sugar-tit sucking, skeeter-peter, red-headed step-child, gone-ass, kangaroo-humping, Satan-worshiping, carpetweaving, rag-head, frog-eating, jungle-hamster. May his bastard children grow into crossdressing hermaphrodites with awful fashion sense!” This is where you should bite your tongue and say to yourself, “Whoa, that’s a little harsh. I mean, ‘with awful fashion sense’? He’s just another Uber driver, right? Give him a break. He didn’t complain about that stupid t-shirt you’re wearing. Did he? Check yourself before you wreck yourself. Gargle with cleanser and never, ever use those awful, awful dirty words, ya wanker.”

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